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#1168 of 2,228 schools in WA
Mountlake Terrace Elementary
Elementary School · Edmonds School District
22001 52nd Ave West, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
422
Student-Teacher
14.6:1
Score
6.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,168 of 2,228
In district
#17 of 36
Edmonds School District
School environment
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Mountlake Terrace Elementary
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About Mountlake Terrace Elementary
Mountlake Terrace Elementary is a public elementary school in Mountlake Terrace, WA, part of Edmonds School District. Mountlake Terrace Elementary serves approximately 422 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Mountlake Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #1,168 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mountlake Terrace Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Mountlake Terrace 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
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Mountlake Terrace Elementary — Students at Mountlake Terrace Elementary score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
59.7%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.0/10.
How Mountlake Terrace Elementary Compares
See how Mountlake Terrace Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
22001 52nd Ave West, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mountlake Terrace Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cascade K-8 Community School (rated 9.3/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores notably higher. Another option is Terrace Park Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Mtlk Terrace), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Brier Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Brier), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mountlake Terrace, see our Mountlake Terrace schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Challenge Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Terrace Park Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| BRIGHTON SCHOOL Mountlake Terrace | 0.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Mountlake Terrace High School Mtlk Terrace | 0.6 mi | 4.5 |
| Cedar Way Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 0.7 mi | 5.1 |
| Brier Elementary Brier | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Brier Terrace Middle School Brier | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
| Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood | 1.7 mi | 4.0 |
| Home Education Exchange Shoreline | 1.7 mi | 8.5 |
| Cascade K-8 Community School Shoreline | 1.7 mi | 9.3 |
| LAKE FOREST PARK MONTESSORI Shoreline | 1.8 mi | — |
| Contracted Schools Lynnwood | 1.5 mi | — |
| Hazelwood Elementary Lynnwood | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL Lynnwood | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Lynnwood Elementary Lynnwood | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Edmonds Career Access Program Lynnwood | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood | 1.7 mi | 2.7 |
| College Place Middle School Lynnwood | 1.7 mi | 5.9 |
| College Place Elementary Lynnwood | 1.8 mi | 5.3 |
| Edmonds Woodway High School Edmonds | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,408
Median Home Value
$605,800
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
21,417
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
56.1%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
38.2
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|---|---|
| A J West Elementary Aberdeen, WA | 6.2 |
| Ardmore Elementary School Bellevue, WA | 6.2 |
| Berney Elementary School Walla Walla, WA | 6.2 |
| Cedar Valley Elementary School Covington, WA | 6.2 |
| Cedarhome Elementary School Stanwood, WA | 6.2 |
| EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue, WA | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mountlake Terrace Elementary
What grades does Mountlake Terrace Elementary serve?
Mountlake Terrace Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Mountlake Terrace Elementary?
Mountlake Terrace Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 422 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mountlake Terrace Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Mountlake Terrace Elementary is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mountlake Terrace Elementary rank in WA?
Mountlake Terrace Elementary ranks #1,168 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mountlake Terrace Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Mountlake Terrace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Mountlake Terrace Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mountlake Terrace Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mountlake Terrace Elementary a charter school?
No, Mountlake Terrace Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mountlake Terrace Elementary a Title I school?
No, Mountlake Terrace Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mountlake Terrace Elementary?
59.7% of students at Mountlake Terrace 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 422
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 59.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Snohomish County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 33.6%
- Phone
- (425) 431-7894
Resources & Links
District
Edmonds School District- District Enrollment
- 20,755
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,710
- District Rank
- #17 of 36
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