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#1454 of 2,228 schools in WA
Spruce Elementary
Elementary School · Edmonds School District
17405 42ND AVE W, Lynnwood, WA 98037
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
620
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,454 of 2,228
In Lynnwood
#12 of 19
public schools
In district
#24 of 36
Edmonds School District
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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About Spruce Elementary
Spruce Elementary is a public elementary school in Lynnwood, WA, part of Edmonds School District. Spruce Elementary serves approximately 620 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Spruce Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,454 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Spruce Elementary show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.7
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
40% of students at Spruce 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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Spruce Elementary — Students at Spruce Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 32%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
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
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.
How Spruce Elementary Compares
See how Spruce Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
17405 42ND AVE W, Lynnwood, WA 98037
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Spruce Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Picnic Point Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Edmonds), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Serene Lake Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Edmonds), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Lynnwood, see our Lynnwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lynnwood Elementary Lynnwood | 0.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Beverly Elementary Lynnwood | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood | 1.6 mi | 4.0 |
| Meadowdale High School Lynnwood | 1.3 mi | 6.5 |
| Hazelwood Elementary Lynnwood | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| REDEMPTION EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN Lynnwood | 2.0 mi | — |
| CEDAR PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-LYNNWOOD CAMPUS Lynnwood | 1.5 mi | 5.7 |
| Oak Heights Elementary Lynnwood | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Serene Lake Elementary Edmonds | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Early Childhood Center Lynnwood | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Lynnwood | 1.6 mi | 6.9 |
| Meadowdale Elementary Lynnwood | 1.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Meadowdale Middle School Lynnwood | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Alderwood Middle School Lynnwood | 1.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Martha Lake Elementary Lynnwood | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| Mountlake Terrace High School Mtlk Terrace | 2.7 mi | 4.5 |
| SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL Lynnwood | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| MUKILTEO ACADEMY Mukilteo | 2.8 mi | — |
| Picnic Point Elementary Edmonds | 2.5 mi | 8.2 |
| ECEAP Mukilteo | 3.0 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98037 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,357
Median Home Value
$683,600
Median Rent
$1,864/mo
Population
30,574
College Educated
37.2%
Homeownership
61.5%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Richland, WA | 5.6 |
| Cougar Creek Elementary School N. Lakewood, WA | 5.6 |
| Emerson Elementary Pasco, WA | 5.6 |
| Harvard Elementary Tacoma, WA | 5.6 |
| Horizon Elementary School Kent, WA | 5.6 |
| Kiona-Benton City Elementary Benton City, WA | 5.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Spruce Elementary
What grades does Spruce Elementary serve?
Spruce Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Spruce Elementary?
Spruce Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 620 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Spruce Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Spruce Elementary is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Spruce Elementary rank in WA?
Spruce Elementary ranks #1,454 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Spruce Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Spruce Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Spruce Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Spruce Elementary has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Spruce Elementary a charter school?
No, Spruce Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Spruce Elementary a Title I school?
No, Spruce Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Spruce Elementary?
72.4% of students at Spruce 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
- 620
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Snohomish County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 39.7%
- Phone
- (425) 431-7720
Resources & Links
District
Edmonds School District- District Enrollment
- 20,755
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,710
- District Rank
- #24 of 36
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