Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Madrona 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madrona Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Madrona Elementary School's student population of 317 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and White
School Calendar
School Rankings
Madrona Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madrona Elementary School is 0.68, 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
#2076 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
51%
27%
Black
21%
5%
White
6%
47%
Hawaiian
11%
2%
Two or more races
7%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madrona Elementary School's ranking?
Madrona Elementary School is ranked #2076 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Madrona Elementary School often compared to?
Madrona Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leschi Elementary School, Mcgilvra Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Madrona Elementary School?
317 students attend Madrona Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Madrona Elementary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 11% of students are Hawaiian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madrona Elementary School?
Madrona Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Madrona Elementary School offer ?
Madrona Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Madrona Elementary School part of?
Madrona Elementary School is part of Highline School District.
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