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#879 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 39% in state
West View Elementary
Elementary School · Burlington-Edison School District
515 W VICTORIA AVE, Burlington, WA 98233
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
16.8:1
Score
6.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#879 of 2,228
In Burlington
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 7
Burlington-Edison School District
School environment
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About West View Elementary
West View Elementary is a public elementary school in Burlington, WA, part of Burlington-Edison School District. West View Elementary serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. West View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for West View Elementary show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at West View Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
32% of students at West View 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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West View Elementary — Students at West View Elementary score 25% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 36 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: 7.9/10.
How West View Elementary Compares
See how West View Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
515 W VICTORIA AVE, Burlington, WA 98233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West View Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Centennial Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Madison Elementary (rated 5.8/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), with a comparable rating. Additionally, IMMACULATE CONCEPTION REGIONAL SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Mount Vernon), a more accessible option. For more schools in Burlington, see our Burlington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Burlington Edison High School Burlington | 0.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Burlington-Edison Alternative School Burlington | 0.2 mi | — |
| SALISH SEA DEAF SCHOOL Burlington | 0.8 mi | — |
| BECC Burlington | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Lucille Umbarger Elementary Burlington | 1.2 mi | 3.7 |
| SKAGIT ADVENTIST ACADEMY Burlington | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Allen Elementary Bow | 2.7 mi | 5.4 |
| Northwest Career & Technical Academy/A WA Skills Center Mount Vernon | 3.0 mi | — |
| Madison Elementary Mount Vernon | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Open Doors Burlington | 3.1 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon Open Doors Mount Vernon | 3.1 mi | — |
| FOOTHILLS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 3.6 mi | 4.1 |
| Centennial Elementary School Mount Vernon | 3.1 mi | 7.4 |
| La Venture Middle School Mount Vernon | 3.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Mount Vernon High School Mount Vernon | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| IMMACULATE CONCEPTION REGIONAL SCHOOL Mount Vernon | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Washington Elementary School Mount Vernon | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| Skagit County Detention Center Mount Vernon | 4.1 mi | — |
| Mount Vernon Special Ed Mount Vernon | 4.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Mount Baker Middle School Mount Vernon | 4.6 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,560
Median Home Value
$466,300
Median Rent
$1,567/mo
Population
17,703
College Educated
23.5%
Homeownership
62.2%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
12%
Median Age
39.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chambers Prairie Elementary School Lacey, WA | 6.8 |
| Daffodil Valley Elementary Sumner, WA | 6.8 |
| Darrington Elementary School Darrington, WA | 6.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Everett, WA | 6.8 |
| Indian Trail Elementary Spokane, WA | 6.8 |
| Jason Lee Elementary School Richland, WA | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West View Elementary
What grades does West View Elementary serve?
West View Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend West View Elementary?
West View Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West View Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at West View Elementary is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West View Elementary rank in WA?
West View Elementary ranks #879 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is West View Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
West View Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 West View Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West View Elementary has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 39% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is West View Elementary a charter school?
No, West View Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West View Elementary a Title I school?
No, West View Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West View Elementary?
74.9% of students at West View 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
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Skagit County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.1%
- Phone
- (360) 757-3391
Resources & Links
District
Burlington-Edison School District- District Enrollment
- 3,336
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,773
- District Rank
- #3 of 7
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