Edmonds School District, WA

Original Research by School Decision on Edmonds School District

The Edmonds School District serves a collection of communities in central Snohomish County, including Edmonds, Lynnwood, Mountlake Terrace, and parts of Bothell. It is a large district, offering prekindergarten through twelfth grade across several dozen schools. The area is a mix of established suburbs and more recent development, with housing values that vary noticeably from one zip code to another but sit well above national benchmarks. Rents are similarly elevated, and the overall cost of housing is high, which shapes the population of families who can live here.

Academically, the district’s performance on state assessments places it above the midpoint among Snohomish County’s districts. English language arts proficiency rates are higher than math rates across all tested grades, and science proficiency sits in a similar range. While the district does not have a single standout score, it is not a low-performing one either; families can expect results that are somewhat stronger than the typical county district. No trend data is available beyond a single year, so it is not possible to say whether performance is improving or slipping. The district’s per-pupil spending is in the upper range of county districts, which may reflect its size and the cost pressures of the region.

The student body is racially and ethnically diverse. White students make up the largest share, followed by substantial groups of Hispanic, Asian, and Black students. Students who identify as two or more races, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and American Indian or Alaska Native are also present. Information on the share of students who qualify for free or reduced-price meals, receive special education services, or are English learners was not reported here, so those dimensions of student need are not part of this picture.

The district recently approved a large construction bond that will replace two of its oldest schools and fund security upgrades, classroom additions, and HVAC improvements at several others. This is a property tax measure and represents a long-term investment in facilities. Separately, the district is adopting a new K-3 literacy curriculum grounded in the science of reading, with new materials expected in classrooms soon. This is a notable shift in how early reading is taught across the district and aligns with state requirements.

Chronic absenteeism, a measure of how many students miss a significant number of school days, is lower than the median among county districts, which is a positive sign for student engagement and attendance. The district’s overall proficiency index, chronic absenteeism rate, and spending levels all place it in a more favorable position relative to other Snohomish County districts, though it is not at the top of the county in any of these metrics.

This district is best suited for families who want a large, comprehensive public school system in a high-cost suburban area, with a diverse student population and academic results that are solid but not exceptional. The recent bond and curriculum changes signal active investment in both facilities and instruction. Families considering a move here should note that housing costs vary across the district’s towns, with Edmonds and parts of Bothell tending to be more expensive than Lynnwood and Mountlake Terrace. For those looking for a district with a strong peer comparison and clear recent commitments to improvement, Edmonds offers a well-regarded option within the county.

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District Context

Officially reported figures, 2024-25.

Enrollment

20,755

Grades

PK–12

Schools

Student body

Hispanic 24%

Black 10%

White 45%

Asian 13%

Two+ 6%

Am. Indian / AK Native 0%

Hawaiian / Pac. Isl. 1%

By economic status

Percent proficient by grade, as reported

Economically disadvantaged

Not disadvantaged

ELA

Gr 3

36%

66%

Gr 4

33%

70%

Gr 5

38%

71%

Gr 6

37%

73%

Gr 7

41%

71%

Gr 8

41%

73%

Math

Gr 3

34%

68%

Gr 4

32%

68%

Gr 5

26%

55%

Gr 6

27%

65%

Gr 7

28%

61%

Gr 8

26%

59%

Science

Gr 5

36%

69%

Gr 8

35%

68%

Schools in this District

39 schools are officially reported under this district.

Alderwood Middle School

Beverly Elementary

Brier Elementary

Brier Terrace Middle School

Cedar Valley Community School

Cedar Way Elementary

Chase Lake Elementary

College Place Elementary

College Place Middle School

Scriber Lake High School

Meadowdale Elementary

Meadowdale Middle School

Meadowdale High School

Mountlake Terrace Elementary

Mountlake Terrace High School

Oak Heights Elementary

Martha Lake Elementary

Edmonds eLearning Academy

Unassigned School

Terrace Park Elementary

Edmonds Elementary

Early Childhood Center

Maplewood Parent Coop

Edmonds Woodway High School

Contracted Schools

Edmonds Heights K-12

Edmonds Career Access Program

Woodway Center

Academic Performance

Percent of students meeting or exceeding state standards, by grade.

Mathematics

6 grades reported

54%

Grade 3

40%

Grade 4

42%

Grade 5

48%

Grade 6

47%

Grade 7

45%

Grade 8

English Language Arts

6 grades reported

54%

Grade 3

53%

Grade 4

56%

Grade 5

57%

Grade 6

58%

Grade 7

58%

Grade 8

Science

2 grades reported

54%

Grade 5

53%

Grade 8

Housing & Real Estate

Data as of April 2026 | District-weighted from constituent ZIP codes

Home Values

Typical home value$876,935

Year-over-year change-2.2%

Range across 8 ZIP codes$699K to $1.2M

vs. state typical1.45x

vs. national typical2.38x

Home value trend (12 months)

ZIP code home values (8 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Value	YoY	Weight
98036	Lynnwood	$850K	-3.0%	25.2%
98026	Lynnwood	$876K	-2.0%	19.6%
98037	Lynnwood	$811K	-1.9%	15.9%
98020	Edmonds	$1.2M	-0.4%	14.3%
98043	Mountlake Terrace	$699K	-2.3%	11.2%
98087	Lynnwood	$752K	-2.5%	9.1%
98012	Bothell	$1.0M	-4.1%	3.9%
98021	Bothell	$1.2M	-4.2%	0.9%

Rental Market

Typical monthly rent$2,180/mo

Year-over-year change+1.2%

Range across 8 ZIP codes$1,984 to $2,830/mo

Rent trend (12 months)

ZIP code rents (8 ZIP codes)

ZIP	City	Rent/mo	YoY	Weight
98036	Lynnwood	$1,984	+0.2%	25.2%
98026	Lynnwood	$2,333	+0.7%	19.6%
98037	Lynnwood	$2,173	+1.1%	15.9%
98020	Edmonds	$2,249	+5.0%	14.3%
98043	Mountlake Terrace	$2,099	+0.2%	11.2%
98087	Lynnwood	$2,210	-0.5%	9.1%
98012	Bothell	$2,467	+2.5%	3.9%
98021	Bothell	$2,830	+2.2%	0.9%

Affordability

Est. monthly mortgage (20% down at 6.48%)$4,425/mo

Home price / national median income10.5x

Annual rent / national median income31.2%

Est. mortgage exceeds rent by$2,245/mo

Comparison

State typical home value$604,087 (-0.6% YoY)

National typical home value$368,198 (+0.6% YoY)

State ZHVI trend (12 months)

National ZHVI trend (12 months)

Economic Context

30-year fixed mortgage rate6.48%

National unemployment rate4.3%

National median household income$83,730

CPI: Rent of shelter (index)447.05

30-year fixed mortgage rate (12 months)

National unemployment rate (12 months)

National median household income (12 months)

CPI: Rent of shelter (index) (12 months)

Sources: Zillow Home Value Index and Zillow Observed Rent Index (Zillow Group), Realtor.com via Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis (FRED)

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