Best Public Schools in Zip Code 98232


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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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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