Serving 596 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Columbia Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 51% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 596 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Columbia Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Columbia Elementary School's student population of 596 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
596 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Rankings
Columbia Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Columbia Elementary School is 0.72, which is more 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
#524 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
17:1
Asian
19%
9%
Hispanic
21%
27%
Black
6%
5%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
9%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.6%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Columbia Elementary School's ranking?
Columbia Elementary School is ranked #524 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Columbia Elementary School often compared to?
Columbia Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Endeavour Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Columbia Elementary School?
596 students attend Columbia Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Columbia Elementary School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 9% 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 Columbia Elementary School?
Columbia Elementary School has a student ration of 16:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Columbia Elementary School offer ?
Columbia Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Columbia Elementary School part of?
Columbia Elementary School is part of Mukilteo School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Advanced academics and student envolvement begin in kindergarten at Columbia. Kids of all grades are encouraged to participate in Science fair, chess club and spelling bees. My son is in 2nd grade - unfortunately we are moving out of state - this school will be hard to beat.
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