Lake Stevens School District

The Lake Stevens School District is a high-performing district in Washington, with 13 schools serving students from elementary through high school. The district is ranked 29th out of 249 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Within the district, Lake Stevens Senior High School stands out as a top-performing school, ranking 106th out of 442 high schools in Washington. The school boasts a strong 88.3% 4-year graduation rate, low 6.5% dropout rate, and excellent academic performance, with over 70% of students proficient in ELA and nearly 60% proficient in science. The school's low student-teacher ratio of 23.5 may contribute to its success. At the elementary level, Hillcrest Elementary and Skyline Elementary stand out, with Hillcrest ranking 180th out of 1,169 elementary schools in the state and Skyline having the lowest student-teacher ratio (16.0) among the district's elementary schools.

While the district overall performs well, there is some variation in academic achievement across the schools. Some elementary schools, such as Glenwood Elementary and Stevens Creek Elementary, demonstrate stronger test scores, while Mt. Pilchuck Elementary lags behind. Additionally, the district has a diverse student population, with significant variation in free/reduced lunch rates, indicating potential socioeconomic disparities that may impact student outcomes. Further analysis of resource allocation and equity considerations could provide valuable insights to help the district address these areas of concern.