Excellent
#133 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 6% in state
Terrace Park Elementary
Elementary School · Edmonds School District
5409 228TH ST SW, Mtlk Terrace, WA 98043
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
10.3:1
Score
8.9
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#133 of 2,228
In Mtlk Terrace
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#3 of 36
Edmonds School District
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Terrace Park Elementary
Elementary School in Mtlk Terrace · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Terrace Park Elementary
Terrace Park Elementary is a public elementary school in Mtlk Terrace, WA, part of Edmonds School District. Terrace Park Elementary serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Terrace Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #133 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Terrace Park Elementary show 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Terrace Park 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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Terrace Park Elementary — Students at Terrace Park Elementary score 56% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36%
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
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.2/10.
How Terrace Park Elementary Compares
See how Terrace Park Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
5409 228TH ST SW, Mtlk Terrace, WA 98043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Terrace Park Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cascade K-8 Community School (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Brier Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Brier), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Home Education Exchange (rated 8.5/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Mtlk Terrace, see our Mtlk Terrace schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Challenge Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 0.0 mi | 8.1 |
| Mountlake Terrace Elementary Mountlake Terrace | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| BRIGHTON SCHOOL Mountlake Terrace | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Cedar Way Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| LAKE FOREST PARK MONTESSORI Shoreline | 1.3 mi | — |
| Home Education Exchange Shoreline | 1.3 mi | 8.5 |
| Cascade K-8 Community School Shoreline | 1.3 mi | 9.3 |
| Mountlake Terrace High School Mtlk Terrace | 1.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Brier Elementary Brier | 1.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Contracted Schools Lynnwood | 1.7 mi | — |
| Brier Terrace Middle School Brier | 1.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood | 2.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Edmonds Career Access Program Lynnwood | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC CLASSICAL SCHOOL Shoreline | 2.2 mi | 7.8 |
| SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL Lynnwood | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Edmonds Woodway High School Edmonds | 1.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood | 1.8 mi | 2.7 |
| College Place Middle School Lynnwood | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| College Place Elementary Lynnwood | 1.9 mi | 5.3 |
| SOLOMON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Edmonds | 1.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,408
Median Home Value
$605,800
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
21,417
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
56.1%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bonney Lake Elementary Bonney Lake, WA | 8.9 |
| Browns Point Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 8.9 |
| Gatewood Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.9 |
| Hathaway Elementary Washougal, WA | 8.9 |
| Lawton Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.9 |
| Maple Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Terrace Park Elementary
What grades does Terrace Park Elementary serve?
Terrace Park Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Terrace Park Elementary?
Terrace Park Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Terrace Park Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Terrace Park Elementary is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Terrace Park Elementary rank in WA?
Terrace Park Elementary ranks #133 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Terrace Park Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Terrace Park Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Terrace Park Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Terrace Park Elementary has 49% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Terrace Park Elementary a charter school?
No, Terrace Park Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Terrace Park Elementary a Title I school?
No, Terrace Park Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Terrace Park Elementary?
36.0% of students at Terrace Park 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
- 308
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Snohomish County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (425) 431-7482
Resources & Links
District
Edmonds School District- District Enrollment
- 20,755
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,710
- District Rank
- #3 of 36
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