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#1226 of 2,228 schools in WA

Meadowdale Elementary

Elementary School · Edmonds School District

6505 168TH ST SW, Lynnwood, WA 98037

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

16.3:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#1,226 of 2,228

In Lynnwood

#7 of 19

public schools

In district

#18 of 36

Edmonds School District

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Meadowdale Elementary

6.1/10

Elementary School in Lynnwood · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Meadowdale Middle School

6.7/10

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About Meadowdale Elementary

Meadowdale Elementary is a public elementary school in Lynnwood, WA, part of Edmonds School District. Meadowdale Elementary serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Meadowdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,226 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Meadowdale Elementary show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

40% of students at Meadowdale Elementary 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.92 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45.1% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency50.4% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-6.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2 pts
Overall Proficiency48% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,710
Chronic Absenteeism40%

Meadowdale Elementary — Students at Meadowdale Elementary score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

51.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 57.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
44.3% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 61.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
49.6% (2024 SBA)

Based on 36 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
69%
ELA
76%
2010
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
77%
ELA
79%
2012
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
75%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
58%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
44.5%
ELA
47%
2024
Math
45.4%
ELA
50.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 5.0/10.

How Meadowdale Elementary Compares

See how Meadowdale Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in WA
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
51%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
40.0%

Location

6505 168TH ST SW, Lynnwood, WA 98037

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Meadowdale Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seaview Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Edmonds), which scores notably higher. Another option is Picnic Point Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Edmonds), which scores notably higher. Additionally, SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lynnwood, see our Lynnwood schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Meadowdale Middle School Lynnwood 0.1 mi 6.7
ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Lynnwood 0.5 mi 6.9
Meadowdale High School Lynnwood 0.4 mi 6.5
CEDAR PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-LYNNWOOD CAMPUS Lynnwood 0.8 mi 5.7
Beverly Elementary Lynnwood 0.8 mi 4.6
OLYMPIC VIEW MONTESSORI Edmonds 1.4 mi
Lynndale Elementary Lynnwood 1.6 mi 6.9
SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL Lynnwood 1.8 mi 7.6
Picnic Point Elementary Edmonds 1.8 mi 8.2
Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood 1.8 mi 4.0
Edmonds Career Access Program Lynnwood 2.1 mi 8.3
Lynnwood Elementary Lynnwood 1.7 mi 5.5
Seaview Elementary Edmonds 1.8 mi 9.0
Contracted Schools Lynnwood 2.4 mi
Serene Lake Elementary Edmonds 2.0 mi 6.9
Spruce Elementary Lynnwood 1.7 mi 5.6
College Place Elementary Lynnwood 2.4 mi 5.3
College Place Middle School Lynnwood 2.6 mi 5.9
Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood 2.6 mi 2.7
Endeavour Elementary Mukilteo 2.7 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,357

Median Home Value

$683,600

Median Rent

$1,864/mo

Population

30,574

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

61.5%

Avg Commute

29.9 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

39

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Meadowdale Elementary

What grades does Meadowdale Elementary serve?

Meadowdale Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Meadowdale Elementary?

Meadowdale Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Meadowdale Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Meadowdale Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Meadowdale Elementary rank in WA?

Meadowdale Elementary ranks #1,226 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Meadowdale Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Meadowdale Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Meadowdale Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Meadowdale Elementary has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Meadowdale Elementary a charter school?

No, Meadowdale Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Meadowdale Elementary a Title I school?

No, Meadowdale Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Meadowdale Elementary?

51.2% of students at Meadowdale Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
25 Some Transit
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
51.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
40.0%

District

Edmonds School District
District Enrollment
20,755
Schools in District
38
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,710
District Rank
#18 of 36

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