Serving 759 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Penny Creek Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 69% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (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 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Asian).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 759 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penny Creek Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Penny Creek Elementary School's student population of 759 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
759 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Penny Creek Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penny Creek Elementary School is 0.74, which is more 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
#167 out of 2113 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
31%
9%
Hispanic
15%
26%
Black
6%
5%
White
37%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
1%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penny Creek Elementary School's ranking?
Penny Creek Elementary School is ranked #167 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Penny Creek Elementary School?
759 students attend Penny Creek Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Penny Creek Elementary School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penny Creek Elementary School?
Penny Creek Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Penny Creek Elementary School offer ?
Penny Creek Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is Penny Creek Elementary School part of?
Penny Creek Elementary School is part of Everett School District.
In what neighborhood is Penny Creek Elementary School located?
Penny Creek Elementary School is located in the Silver Lake neighborhood of Everett, WA. There are 3 other public schools located in Silver Lake.
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