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Hedden Elementary School

Public | 2-5 | 490 students

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5 stars

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Posted March 24, 2010

My son is only in 2nd grade, but it already has been such a great expierence. His teacher is absolutely the best (Mrs. Ennis) she has inspried my son to read more and he really enjoys math. He's looking forward to 3rd grade and so am I.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 10, 2005

I love this school. The environment just has a fresh ready to learn feel. Lots of caring people and very kind hearted children ready to help each other as well as the staff. great place
—Submitted by Deanna, a staff


Posted February 4, 2005

I cannot speak highly enough of the staff at this school. The teachers are exceptional from second grade through fifth grade. They are respected and admired by parents in this community. The teachers, principal, and support staff all promote high expectations of students and do whatever it takes to help them exceed those expectations. Technology abounds at this school. The teachers integrate technology into their lessons whenever possible and many of the classroom staff have class websites. The students create Kid Witness News on a regular basis. The overall atmosphere is positive, enriching, and inviting. The PTA is strong and very involved. The new building is beautiful. I would recommend this school to anyone in a heartbeat!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 11, 2004

The staff is wonderful. Everyone from the Principal to the playground ladies are supportive of all the kids. My son was so fortunate to have Mrs. Mc Donald for his teacher. She inspired him on a daily basis to learn and achieve. He also received speech therapy. He was so privileged to have another Mrs. Mac Donald teaching him. My son has flourished as a child and become more independent. This school is fantastic! Thank you all.
—Submitted by Teresa Hadwen, a parent


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

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The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

138 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
45%

2011

 
 
43%

2010

 
 
60%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

139 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
68%

2011

 
 
74%

2010

 
 
74%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

126 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
49%

2011

 
 
62%

2010

 
 
58%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

126 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
71%

2011

 
 
66%

2010

 
 
72%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

124 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
57%

2011

 
 
60%

2010

 
 
74%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 64% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
64%

2011

 
 
71%

2010

 
 
55%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
77%

2011

 
 
78%

2010

 
 
74%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

119 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
65%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
25%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students45%
Female47%
Male42%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic26%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White50%
Low income33%
Not low income55%
Special education18%
Not special education49%
Limited English23%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students68%
Female70%
Male65%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic61%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White71%
Low income55%
Not low income78%
Special education33%
Not special education73%
Limited English62%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students49%
Female52%
Male45%
Blackn/a
Asian70%
Asian/Pacific Islander58%
Hispanic29%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White52%
Low income36%
Not low income57%
Special education15%
Not special education52%
Limited English8%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students71%
Female82%
Male61%
Blackn/a
Asian70%
Asian/Pacific Islander67%
Hispanic71%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White77%
Low income60%
Not low income78%
Special education31%
Not special education75%
Limited English25%
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students57%
Female72%
Male44%
Blackn/a
Asian70%
Asian/Pacific Islander67%
Hispanic43%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White60%
Low income46%
Not low income65%
Special education15%
Not special education62%
Limited English25%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students64%
Female68%
Male59%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic28%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White70%
Low income42%
Not low income79%
Special education29%
Not special education70%
Limited English10%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students77%
Female81%
Male73%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic39%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White88%
Low income63%
Not low income87%
Special education47%
Not special education82%
Limited English40%
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students65%
Female65%
Male64%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic28%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White70%
Low income46%
Not low income78%
Special education53%
Not special education67%
Limited English30%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

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Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 68% 64%
Asian/Pacific Islander 12% 9%
Hispanic 9% 16%
Not provided 5% N/A
Native American 3% 3%
Black 2% 6%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 39%N/A42%
Special education 12%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 8%N/A8%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 17N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 13N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 67%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010
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11313 8th St East
Edgewood, WA 98372
Phone: (253) 284-1500

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