Very Good
#714 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 32% in state
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School
Elementary School · Lake Stevens School District
12806 20th St NE, Lake Stevens, WA 98258
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
525
Student-Teacher
16.9:1
Score
7.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#714 of 2,228
In Lake Stevens
#4 of 12
public schools
In district
#4 of 12
Lake Stevens School District
Equity
7.9 / 10
Very Good
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Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School
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About Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School is a public elementary school in Lake Stevens, WA, part of Lake Stevens School District. Mt.
Pilchuck Elementary School serves approximately 525 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #714 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.2 · Very Good
- District avg 7.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Mt. Pilchuck 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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Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School — Students at Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 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: 7.4/10.
How Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School Compares
See how Mt. Pilchuck 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
12806 20th St NE, Lake Stevens, WA 98258
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Glenwood Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 3.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hillcrest Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Machias Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Snohomish), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lake Stevens, see our Lake Stevens schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Lake Middle School Lake Stevens | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Lake Stevens Sr High School Lake Stevens | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Homelink Lake Stevens | 1.2 mi | — |
| Highland Elementary Lake Stevens | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Machias Elementary Snohomish | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Sunnycrest Elementary School Lake Stevens | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Centennial Middle School Snohomish | 3.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Stevens Creek Elementary Lake Stevens | 2.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Early Learning Center Lake Stevens | 2.4 mi | 5.6 |
| Glenwood Elementary Lake Stevens | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Hillcrest Elementary School Lake Stevens | 2.7 mi | 8.1 |
| Skyline Elementary Lake Stevens | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Lake Stevens Middle School Lake Stevens | 3.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ZION LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lake Stevens | 4.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Cavelero Mid High School Lake Stevens | 4.1 mi | 6.1 |
| Cascade View Elementary Snohomish | 5.3 mi | 5.7 |
| Marysville Getchell High School Marysville | 5.0 mi | 3.9 |
| Sunnyside Elementary Marysville | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| KARDIA CLASSICAL SCHOOL Snohomish | 5.2 mi | 1.3 |
| ST MICHAEL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Snohomish | 5.9 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98258 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,571
Median Home Value
$606,600
Median Rent
$2,187/mo
Population
52,005
College Educated
32.3%
Homeownership
78.2%
Avg Commute
35.6 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
35.8
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| Desert Sky Elementary West Richland, WA | 7.2 |
| Echo Lake Elementary School Shoreline, WA | 7.2 |
| Endeavour Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 7.2 |
| Felida Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School
What grades does Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School serve?
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School?
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 525 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School rank in WA?
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School ranks #714 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School a charter school?
No, Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Mt. Pilchuck Elementary School?
33.9% of students at Mt. Pilchuck 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 525
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 31
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Snohomish County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.7%
- Phone
- (425) 335-1525
Resources & Links
District
Lake Stevens School District- District Enrollment
- 9,788
- Schools in District
- 16
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,485
- District Rank
- #4 of 12
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