Summary:
The 98232 zip code area is home to two elementary schools - Allen Elementary and Edison Elementary, both serving grades K-8 and part of the Burlington-Edison School District. While both schools have similar student-teacher ratios, the data reveals a stark contrast in their performance and outcomes.
Edison Elementary stands out as the high-performing school, consistently earning a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranking 353rd out of 1,168 Washington elementary schools. Its students significantly outperform Allen Elementary and the district/state averages on standardized tests across all grade levels and subject areas. For example, in 2023-2024, 52.55% of Edison students were proficient or better in ELA compared to just 21.62% at Allen and the district average of 33.99%. In Math, 50.58% of Edison students were proficient compared to 25.88% at Allen and the district's 27.64%.
The performance gap between the two schools may be attributed to factors such as differences in student demographics, funding, resources, and school leadership. Allen Elementary has a more diverse and economically disadvantaged student population, with 83.42% of students receiving free/reduced lunch, compared to 36.84% at Edison Elementary. This analysis highlights the importance of closely examining school-level data to identify areas of strength and weakness, and to ensure equitable access to high-quality education for all students.
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