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#789 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 35% in state

Presidents Elementary

Elementary School · Arlington School District

505 East Third, Arlington, WA 98223

Enrollment

576

Student-Teacher

16:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#789 of 2,228

In Arlington

#1 of 10

public schools

In district

#1 of 10

Arlington School District

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Presidents Elementary

7.0/10

Elementary School in Arlington · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Haller Middle School

3.8/10

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5.1/10

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About Presidents Elementary

Presidents Elementary is a public elementary school in Arlington, WA, part of Arlington School District. Presidents Elementary serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 16:1 student-teacher ratio. Presidents Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #789 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Presidents Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares1.0 pts above district
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • District avg 6.0
  • WA avg 6.8

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-1.08 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37.4% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency41.1% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-14.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-7.3 pts
Overall Proficiency39% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-10.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,022
Chronic Absenteeism26.7%

Presidents Elementary — Students at Presidents Elementary score 39% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 48.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 56.3% (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

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
52%
ELA
69%
2010
Math
46%
ELA
66%
2011
Math
64%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
60%
ELA
70%
2014
Math
51%
ELA
53%
2015
Math
49%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
41%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
56%
ELA
63%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
42.1%
ELA
52%
2024
Math
38.7%
ELA
42.4%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 7.7/10.

How Presidents Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
7.0/10
65th percentile in WA
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

Location

505 East Third, Arlington, WA 98223

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Presidents Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Eagle Creek Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Shoultes Elementary (rated 5.9/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Marysville), a more accessible option. Additionally, English Crossing Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby N. Lakewood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Arlington, see our Arlington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Haller Middle School Arlington 0.3 mi 3.8
Stillaguamish Valley Learning Center Arlington 0.3 mi 5.1
Eagle Creek Elementary Arlington 0.4 mi 6.7
Post Middle School Arlington 0.4 mi 4.0
Kent Prairie Elementary Arlington 0.8 mi 5.2
Arlington High School Arlington 2.0 mi 4.6
Pioneer Elementary Arlington 2.1 mi 5.1
NW Learning Center Everett 3.7 mi
Weston High School Arlington 3.7 mi 4.2
Arlington Open Doors Arlington 3.7 mi 5.8
ARLINGTON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Arlington 3.7 mi 6.3
Shoultes Elementary Marysville 5.6 mi 5.9
ECEAP Marysville 5.6 mi 5.0
Lakewood Elementary School N. Lakewood 5.1 mi 3.1
Lakewood Middle School N. Lakewood 5.2 mi 4.4
English Crossing Elementary N. Lakewood 5.3 mi 5.7
Lakewood High School N. Lakewood 5.3 mi 2.8
Marysville Pilchuck High School Marysville 7.0 mi 2.8
Marshall Elementary Marysville 6.9 mi 4.0
Marysville Coop Program Marysville 6.9 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98223 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$96,478

Median Home Value

$556,900

Median Rent

$1,780/mo

Population

46,225

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

34.1 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

40.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Presidents Elementary

What grades does Presidents Elementary serve?

Presidents Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Presidents Elementary?

Presidents Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Presidents Elementary?

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

How does Presidents Elementary rank in WA?

Presidents Elementary ranks #789 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Presidents Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Presidents Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Presidents Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Presidents Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Presidents Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Presidents Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

42.5% of students at Presidents 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
83 Very Walkable
Bike Score
57 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.7%

District

Arlington School District
District Enrollment
5,637
Schools in District
11
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,022
District Rank
#1 of 10

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