Serving 610 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Little Cedars Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Little Cedars Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Little Cedars Elementary School's student population of 610 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Little Cedars Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Little Cedars Elementary School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#267 out of 2113 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
23%
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
1%
5%
White
54%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Little Cedars Elementary School's ranking?
Little Cedars Elementary School is ranked #267 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Little Cedars Elementary School often compared to?
Little Cedars Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Totem Falls by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Little Cedars Elementary School?
610 students attend Little Cedars Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Little Cedars Elementary School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Little Cedars Elementary School?
Little Cedars Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Little Cedars Elementary School offer ?
Little Cedars Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6
What school district is Little Cedars Elementary School part of?
Little Cedars Elementary School is part of Snohomish School District.
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