Serving 472 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Central Emerson Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 33% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Central Emerson Elementary School's student population of 472 students has grown by 69% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 83% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Central Emerson Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central Emerson Elementary School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1276 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
9%
Hispanic
26%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
65%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Central Emerson Elementary School's ranking?
Central Emerson Elementary School is ranked #1276 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Central Emerson Elementary School often compared to?
Central Emerson Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverview Elementary School, Cascade View Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Central Emerson Elementary School?
472 students attend Central Emerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Central Emerson Elementary School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central Emerson Elementary School?
Central Emerson Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Central Emerson Elementary School offer ?
Central Emerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Central Emerson Elementary School part of?
Central Emerson Elementary School is part of Snohomish School District.
In what neighborhood is Central Emerson Elementary School located?
Central Emerson Elementary School is located in the Delta neighborhood of Snohomish, WA.
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