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#992 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 45% in state

Sunnyside Elementary

Elementary School · Marysville School District

3707 Sunnyside Blvd, Marysville, WA 98270

Enrollment

466

Student-Teacher

17.3:1

Score

6.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#992 of 2,228

In Marysville

#5 of 21

public schools

In district

#5 of 22

Marysville School District

Equity

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Sunnyside Elementary

6.6/10

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

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5.0/10

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About Sunnyside Elementary

Sunnyside Elementary is a public elementary school in Marysville, WA, part of Marysville School District. Sunnyside Elementary serves approximately 466 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 17.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunnyside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #992 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Sunnyside Elementary show 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • District avg 5.8
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Sunnyside 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.52 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency51.3% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.1% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-0.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+2.7 pts
Overall Proficiency51% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected+0.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
Resources & Environment5.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio17.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$18,709
Chronic Absenteeism41.4%

Sunnyside Elementary — Students at Sunnyside Elementary score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

41.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 53.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
45.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 58.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 34 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
54%
ELA
64%
2010
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2012
Math
66%
ELA
75%
2013
Math
64%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
56%
ELA
59%
2015
Math
56%
ELA
57%
2016
Math
46%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
49%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2022
Math
43.1%
ELA
53%
2024
Math
51.4%
ELA
50.6%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 6.4/10.

How Sunnyside Elementary Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
56th percentile in WA
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
5.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
41%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
27 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.4%

Location

3707 Sunnyside Blvd, Marysville, WA 98270

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Sunnyside Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hillcrest Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Lake Stevens), which scores notably higher. Another option is Stevens Creek Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lake Stevens), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Pinewood Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Marysville, see our Marysville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Allen Creek Elementary School Marysville 1.7 mi 5.0
Grove Elementary Marysville 2.3 mi 5.9
Marysville Middle School Marysville 2.2 mi 2.7
BETHLEHEM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Marysville 2.3 mi
Early Learning Center Lake Stevens 1.7 mi 5.6
Liberty Elementary Marysville 2.3 mi 5.7
Stevens Creek Elementary Lake Stevens 1.8 mi 7.0
Totem Middle School Marysville 2.2 mi 3.1
Marysville NWESD 189 Youth Engagement Marysville 2.2 mi 8.4
ACADEMY NORTHWEST Marysville 2.2 mi 5.0
GRACE ACADEMY Marysville 2.9 mi 5.5
Cedarcrest School Marysville 3.0 mi 5.6
Pinewood Elementary Marysville 3.0 mi 6.9
Sunnycrest Elementary School Lake Stevens 2.2 mi 6.5
Kellogg Marsh Elementary School Marysville 3.3 mi 6.7
Marysville SD Special Marysville 3.0 mi 5.5
Marysville Getchell High School Marysville 3.3 mi 3.9
Hillcrest Elementary School Lake Stevens 3.1 mi 8.1
Snohomish Detention Center Everett 2.9 mi
Lake Stevens Middle School Lake Stevens 3.4 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98270 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$102,258

Median Home Value

$540,000

Median Rent

$1,845/mo

Population

53,744

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

70.2%

Avg Commute

31.5 min

Poverty Rate

7.2%

Median Age

37.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Sunnyside Elementary

What grades does Sunnyside Elementary serve?

Sunnyside Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Sunnyside Elementary?

Sunnyside Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 466 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunnyside Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Sunnyside Elementary is 17.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Sunnyside Elementary rank in WA?

Sunnyside Elementary ranks #992 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Sunnyside Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Sunnyside Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 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 Sunnyside Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunnyside Elementary has 53% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Sunnyside Elementary a charter school?

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

Is Sunnyside Elementary a Title I school?

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

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

41.2% of students at Sunnyside 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
6 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
0 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
466
Student-Teacher Ratio
17.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
27
Free/Reduced Lunch
41.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Snohomish County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.4%

District

Marysville School District
District Enrollment
9,998
Schools in District
24
Per-Pupil Spending
$18,709
District Rank
#5 of 22

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