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#1431 of 2,228 schools in WA
Mary Purcell Elementary School
Elementary School · Sedro-Woolley School District
700 Bennett Street, Sedro-woolley, WA 98284
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
377
Student-Teacher
14.5:1
Score
5.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,431 of 2,228
In Sedro-woolley
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#5 of 11
Sedro-Woolley School District
School environment
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Mary Purcell Elementary School
Mary Purcell Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sedro-woolley, WA, part of Sedro-Woolley School District. Mary Purcell Elementary School serves approximately 377 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Mary Purcell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,431 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mary Purcell Elementary School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.7 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Mary Purcell Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Mary Purcell Elementary School — Students at Mary Purcell Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.2/10.
How Mary Purcell Elementary School Compares
See how Mary Purcell Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
700 Bennett Street, Sedro-woolley, WA 98284
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mary Purcell Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Clear Lake Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Clear Lake), which scores notably higher. Another option is Harriet Rowley (rated 8.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Sedro-woolley, see our Sedro-woolley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Central Elementary School Sedro-Woolley | 0.1 mi | 7.7 |
| State Street High School Sedro-Woolley | 0.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Sedro Woolley Senior High School Sedro-Woolley | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| Cascade Middle School Sedro-Woolley | 0.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Evergreen Elementary School Sedro-Woolley | 1.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Good Beginnings Center Sedro-Woolley | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| Clear Lake Elementary School Clear Lake | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Samish Elementary School Sedro-Woolley | 5.9 mi | 3.8 |
| SKAGIT ADVENTIST ACADEMY Burlington | 4.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Harriet Rowley Mount Vernon | 5.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Centennial Elementary School Mount Vernon | 5.2 mi | 7.4 |
| Lucille Umbarger Elementary Burlington | 4.6 mi | 3.7 |
| BECC Burlington | 4.6 mi | 7.5 |
| Big Lake Elementary School Mount Vernon | 6.8 mi | 5.6 |
| Open Doors Burlington | 5.7 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon Open Doors Mount Vernon | 5.7 mi | — |
| Northwest Career & Technical Academy/A WA Skills Center Mount Vernon | 5.7 mi | — |
| La Venture Middle School Mount Vernon | 6.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Burlington Edison High School Burlington | 5.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Burlington-Edison Alternative School Burlington | 5.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98284 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,097
Median Home Value
$427,900
Median Rent
$1,476/mo
Population
26,970
College Educated
20.2%
Homeownership
71.4%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
39.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mary Purcell Elementary School
What grades does Mary Purcell Elementary School serve?
Mary Purcell Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mary Purcell Elementary School?
Mary Purcell Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 377 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mary Purcell Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mary Purcell Elementary School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mary Purcell Elementary School rank in WA?
Mary Purcell Elementary School ranks #1,431 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mary Purcell Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mary Purcell Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Mary Purcell Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mary Purcell Elementary School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mary Purcell Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mary Purcell Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mary Purcell Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mary Purcell Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mary Purcell Elementary School?
71.9% of students at Mary Purcell Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 377
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Skagit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.7%
- Phone
- (360) 855-3555
Resources & Links
District
Sedro-Woolley School District- District Enrollment
- 4,540
- Schools in District
- 12
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,801
- District Rank
- #5 of 11
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