Excellent
#395 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 18% in state
Westgate Elementary
Elementary School · Edmonds School District
9601 220TH ST SW, Edmonds, WA 98020
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
491
Student-Teacher
16.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#395 of 2,228
In Edmonds
#6 of 12
public schools
In district
#9 of 36
Edmonds School District
School environment
8.3 / 10
Excellent
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Westgate Elementary
Elementary School in Edmonds · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Westgate Elementary
Westgate Elementary is a public elementary school in Edmonds, WA, part of Edmonds School District. Westgate Elementary serves approximately 491 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 16.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Westgate Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #395 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Westgate Elementary show 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 6.7
- WA avg 6.8
Score Breakdown
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Westgate Elementary — Students at Westgate Elementary score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.5%
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: 8.2/10.
How Westgate Elementary Compares
See how Westgate Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
9601 220TH ST SW, Edmonds, WA 98020
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Westgate Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Edmonds Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Seaview Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Melvin G Syre Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Edmonds, see our Edmonds schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Scriber Lake High School Edmonds | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Edmonds Heights K-12 Edmonds | 0.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Sherwood Elementary Edmonds | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| Madrona K-8 School Edmonds | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Chase Lake Elementary Edmonds | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Edmonds | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| STELLA MARIS ACADEMY Edmonds | 1.2 mi | — |
| Edmonds Elementary Edmonds | 1.5 mi | 9.0 |
| SOLOMON INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Edmonds | 1.1 mi | 4.4 |
| Maplewood Parent Coop Edmonds | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Edmonds Woodway High School Edmonds | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Melvin G Syre Elementary Shoreline | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Albert Einstein Middle School Shoreline | 2.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood | 1.5 mi | 2.7 |
| College Place Middle School Lynnwood | 1.5 mi | 5.9 |
| College Place Elementary Lynnwood | 1.6 mi | 5.3 |
| KING'S SCHOOL Seattle | 2.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Seaview Elementary Edmonds | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| HORIZON SCHOOL Shoreline | 2.1 mi | — |
| Echo Lake Elementary School Shoreline | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
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
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|---|---|
| Challenge Elementary Mtlk Terrace, WA | 8.1 |
| Challenger Elementary Issaquah, WA | 8.1 |
| Clover Creek Elementary Tacoma, WA | 8.1 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Bremerton, WA | 8.1 |
| Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake, WA | 8.1 |
| Finch Elementary Spokane, WA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Westgate Elementary
What grades does Westgate Elementary serve?
Westgate Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Westgate Elementary?
Westgate Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 491 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Westgate Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Westgate Elementary is 16.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Westgate Elementary rank in WA?
Westgate Elementary ranks #395 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Westgate Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Westgate Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Westgate Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Westgate Elementary has 60% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Westgate Elementary a charter school?
No, Westgate Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Westgate Elementary a Title I school?
No, Westgate Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Westgate Elementary?
40.5% of students at Westgate 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
- 491
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Snohomish County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 26.7%
- Phone
- (425) 431-7470
Resources & Links
District
Edmonds School District- District Enrollment
- 20,755
- Schools in District
- 38
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,710
- District Rank
- #9 of 36
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