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#101 of 2,225 schools in WA

Top 5% in state

Seaview Elementary

Elementary School · Edmonds School District

8426 188TH ST SW, Edmonds, WA 98020

Enrollment

406

Student-Teacher

16.2:1

Score

8.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Edmonds

#1 of 7

public schools

Washington elementary schools

#97 of 1,202

In district

#2 of 36

Edmonds School District

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Exceptional

About Seaview Elementary

Seaview Elementary serves 406 students in grades kindergarten through sixth in Edmonds, Washington. The school earns a composite score of 9.2 out of 10 — an Exceptional rating — with an academic score of 8.9 and a growth score of 9.3. That growth figure is especially telling: it reflects consistent, measurable gains across the student body year over year, not just strong baseline performance.

Seaview ranks #1 among all 12 public schools in Edmonds and #51 out of 2,225 public schools statewide. Among elementary schools specifically, it sits at #48 out of 1,202 in Washington — a peer comparison that places it in the top 4% of the state's elementary programs. Seaview outperforms 98% of Washington schools overall, a margin that holds across both urban and suburban comparisons.

The student-teacher ratio is 16.2 to one. Seaview operates as a regular public school with no selective admissions or specialized program designation, which means families in the attendance zone can expect these results to reflect typical enrollment. At 406 students, it maintains enough scale to support strong programming while staying far smaller than most urban peers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.3Exceptional50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change+0.17 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67%
Reading/ELA Proficiency69.7%
Math vs. State Avg+15.2 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+21.3 pts
Overall Proficiency68%
Expected (poverty-adj.)61%
vs. Expected+7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment7.6Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,670

Seaview Elementary — Students at Seaview Elementary score 68% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 66.5%
School
State
44.3%
ELA Proficiency 68.8%
School
State
49.6%

Based on 15 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
63%
ELA
71%
2022
ELA
65%
2024
Math
67.2%
ELA
69.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Seaview Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in WA
Academic
8.9/10
8.9/10
Growth
9.3/10
Above average
Environment
7.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers

Location

8426 188TH ST SW, Edmonds, WA 98020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Seaview Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chase Lake Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Lynnwood), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Lynnwood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Edmonds, see our Edmonds schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
OLYMPIC VIEW MONTESSORI Edmonds 0.5 mi
Maplewood Parent Coop Edmonds 0.7 mi 6.5
Lynndale Elementary Lynnwood 0.8 mi 6.5
Edmonds Elementary Edmonds 0.9 mi 6.4
College Place Elementary Lynnwood 1.2 mi 5.3
College Place Middle School Lynnwood 1.3 mi 4.0
Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood 1.3 mi 2.5
Edmonds Career Access Program Lynnwood 1.2 mi 6.3
Edmonds Woodway High School Edmonds 1.6 mi 5.1
Chase Lake Elementary Edmonds 1.7 mi 8.6
HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Edmonds 1.3 mi 5.9
Contracted Schools Lynnwood 1.4 mi
SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL Lynnwood 1.3 mi 7.6
ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Lynnwood 1.5 mi 6.9
STELLA MARIS ACADEMY Edmonds 1.6 mi
CEDAR PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-LYNNWOOD CAMPUS Lynnwood 1.5 mi 5.7
Meadowdale Middle School Lynnwood 1.8 mi 6.9
Westgate Elementary Edmonds 2.1 mi 6.6
Meadowdale Elementary Lynnwood 1.8 mi 6.1
SOLOMON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Edmonds 2.6 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$122,243

Median Home Value

$959,200

Median Rent

$1,894/mo

Population

19,064

College Educated

59.9%

Homeownership

75.4%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

3.4%

Median Age

51.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Seaview Elementary has a median household income of $122,243. It is a well-educated community where 60% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $959,200, with a median rent of $1,894/month. The local poverty rate of 3.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Apollo Elementary Renton, WA 8.8
Bemiss Elementary Spokane, WA 8.8
Cascade View Elementary School Snoqualmie, WA 8.8
Catharine Blaine K-8 School Seattle, WA 8.8
Chambers Elementary University Pla, WA 8.8
Edwin R Opstad Elementary North Bend, WA 8.8

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Seaview Elementary

What grades does Seaview Elementary serve?

Seaview Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Seaview Elementary?

Seaview Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Seaview Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Seaview Elementary is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Seaview Elementary rank in WA?

Seaview Elementary is ranked #101 out of 2,225 schools in WA.

What is Seaview Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Seaview Elementary has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Seaview Elementary?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Seaview Elementary has 66.5% math proficiency and 68.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Seaview Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Seaview Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

23.9% of students at Seaview 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
32 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable
City Safety
High (3,263/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Edmonds). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Snohomish County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

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

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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