Serving 30 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Skykomish Elementary School ranks in the top 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 21-39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 5:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Skykomish Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Skykomish Elementary School's student population of 30 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 6 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Total Students
30 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Skykomish Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Skykomish Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#895 out of 2113 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
13%
26%
Black
4%
5%
White
80%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
1%
Two or more races
3%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
41%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (14-15)
10%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Skykomish Elementary School's ranking?
Skykomish Elementary School is ranked #895 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Skykomish Elementary School?
30 students attend Skykomish Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Skykomish Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Skykomish Elementary School?
Skykomish Elementary School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Skykomish Elementary School offer ?
Skykomish Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8
What school district is Skykomish Elementary School part of?
Skykomish Elementary School is part of Skykomish School District.
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