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#366 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 16% in state

Picnic Point Elementary

Elementary School · Mukilteo School District

5819 140th St SW, Edmonds, WA 98026

Enrollment

466

Student-Teacher

15:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#366 of 2,228

In Edmonds

#4 of 12

public schools

In district

#2 of 23

Mukilteo School District

School environment

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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Picnic Point Elementary

8.2/10

Elementary School in Edmonds · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Endeavour Elementary

7.4/10

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6.9/10

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About Picnic Point Elementary

Picnic Point Elementary is a public elementary school in Edmonds, WA, part of Mukilteo School District. Picnic Point Elementary serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15:1 student-teacher ratio. Picnic Point Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #366 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Picnic Point Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.8 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-0.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency56.1% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57.6% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg+4.3 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+9.2 pts
Overall Proficiency57% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+2.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment9.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,374
Chronic Absenteeism30%

Picnic Point Elementary — Students at Picnic Point Elementary score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

35%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 59.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 32 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
63%
ELA
74%
2010
Math
65%
ELA
74%
2011
Math
68%
ELA
73%
2012
Math
68%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
54%
ELA
58%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
68%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
70%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
63%
2022
Math
55.3%
ELA
57%
2024
Math
56.1%
ELA
57.7%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How Picnic Point Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.2/10
84th percentile in WA
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.2/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

5819 140th St SW, Edmonds, WA 98026

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Picnic Point Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pathfinder Kindergarten Center (rated 7.7/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Everett), with a comparable rating. Another option is Endeavour Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Mukilteo), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Serene Lake Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 0.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Edmonds, see our Edmonds schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Endeavour Elementary Mukilteo 0.9 mi 7.4
Serene Lake Elementary Edmonds 0.8 mi 6.9
Meadowdale Elementary Lynnwood 1.8 mi 6.1
Beverly Elementary Lynnwood 1.8 mi 4.6
Meadowdale High School Lynnwood 1.9 mi 6.5
Meadowdale Middle School Lynnwood 1.9 mi 6.7
MUKILTEO ACADEMY Mukilteo 1.5 mi
Kamiak High School Mukilteo 2.1 mi 5.8
Columbia Elementary Mukilteo 2.1 mi 6.6
ECEAP Mukilteo 1.6 mi 5.3
ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Lynnwood 2.3 mi 6.9
Harbour Pointe Middle School Mukilteo 2.2 mi 6.3
CEDAR PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-LYNNWOOD CAMPUS Lynnwood 2.5 mi 5.7
Spruce Elementary Lynnwood 2.5 mi 5.6
Lynnwood Elementary Lynnwood 3.1 mi 5.5
OLYMPIC VIEW MONTESSORI Edmonds 3.1 mi
Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood 3.4 mi 4.0
Fairmount Elementary Everett 2.6 mi 4.8
Lynndale Elementary Lynnwood 3.3 mi 6.9
Pathfinder Kindergarten Center Everett 2.6 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98026 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,462

Median Home Value

$758,900

Median Rent

$1,894/mo

Population

38,985

College Educated

47.3%

Homeownership

72.3%

Avg Commute

27.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.9%

Median Age

42.7

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Jing Mei Elementary School Bellevue, WA 8.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Picnic Point Elementary

What grades does Picnic Point Elementary serve?

Picnic Point Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Picnic Point Elementary?

Picnic Point Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Picnic Point Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Picnic Point Elementary is 15:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Picnic Point Elementary rank in WA?

Picnic Point Elementary ranks #366 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Picnic Point Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Picnic Point Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Picnic Point Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Picnic Point Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Picnic Point Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Picnic Point Elementary a Title I school?

No, Picnic Point Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

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

35.0% of students at Picnic Point 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
16 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
35.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.0%

District

Mukilteo School District
District Enrollment
15,270
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,374
District Rank
#2 of 23

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