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Cedar Wood Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 538 students

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5 stars

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2010:
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Posted March 31, 2013

Not only has the leadership and faculty at Cedarwood created an excellent learning environment for the children attending, they have also strengthened the community by reaching out to it, and leading by example to help provide a stronger and healthier community with lots of parent involvement. Cedarwood is a first class school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 9, 2012

Question- What is the current diversity of this school? Not sure if the diversity chart is up-to-date on this website. Thanks,
—Submitted by a parent


Posted June 13, 2011

I have two students in the school. I am impressed by the leadership of the school which shows through the amazing team of teachers who work together at all levels to give all students a great education! It is a very caring community of educators and parents. I love our school!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 4, 2010

It is a good school,definately, but it is ranked no.2 in the state not nation. Still good though.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 3, 2010

Both of my children attended Cedar Wood Elementary. This school is currently rated number 2 in the nation. That is quite an honor. I appreciate that they prepared my children to do well in math and science and the test scores for WASL testing were always higher than average as the school prepared the children to understand the concepts that would be needed.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 17, 2009

I taught there for seven years and it was avery good experience. Wonderful students, parents, and staff!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 1, 2009

As a parent of 2 boys, 10 years apart I can honestly say that both sons have received outstanding experiences at Cedar Wood. Our youngest will be a 3rd grader next year and we know he is in good hands.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 15, 2009

I agree with the Jan 10 poster. This principal does not seem to follow through or clearly communicate. I have had several interactions with him and the follow up has been inconsistent and poor. There have been occassions that follow up was never done unless initated by me.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 10, 2009

I think the teachers are strong, but the communication with the principal is confusing. He seems to say one thing and do another. Parents are uncomfortable.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 2, 2008

I think Cedar Wood is the best school in Amarica!
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 18, 2006

This is a very good school. The teaching approach is very effective and kids are encourage to learn and explore learning opportuinities. Discipline is properly enforced and the location of the school is very good and safe.
—Submitted by 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.

About these ratings

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.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
90%

2010

 
 
98%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

81 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
95%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
95%
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.

95 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
95%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

95 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
98%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

96 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
98%

2011

 
 
96%

2010

 
 
98%
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.

102 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
97%

2011

 
 
97%

2010

 
 
93%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

102 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
96%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
95%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

102 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
99%

2011

 
 
98%

2010

 
 
87%
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 Students98%
Female98%
Male97%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Asian/Pacific Islander100%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White98%
Low incomen/a
Not low income97%
Special educationn/a
Not special education97%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students95%
Female93%
Male97%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Asian/Pacific Islander100%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White93%
Low incomen/a
Not low income95%
Special educationn/a
Not special education95%
Limited Englishn/a
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 Students97%
Female94%
Male100%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Asian/Pacific Islander100%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White97%
Low income92%
Not low income98%
Special education86%
Not special education99%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students98%
Female98%
Male98%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Asian/Pacific Islander100%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White99%
Low income92%
Not low income99%
Special education93%
Not special education99%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students98%
Female98%
Male98%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Asian/Pacific Islander100%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White99%
Low income92%
Not low income99%
Special education93%
Not special education99%
Limited Englishn/a
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 Students97%
Female98%
Male96%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Asian/Pacific Islander100%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White95%
Low income100%
Not low income97%
Special educationn/a
Not special education97%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students96%
Female98%
Male93%
Blackn/a
Asian97%
Asian/Pacific Islander97%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White95%
Low income92%
Not low income97%
Special educationn/a
Not special education97%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Science

All Students99%
Female98%
Male100%
Blackn/a
Asian100%
Asian/Pacific Islander100%
Hispanicn/a
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White98%
Low income100%
Not low income99%
Special educationn/a
Not special education99%
Limited Englishn/a
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

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 64% 64%
Asian/Pacific Islander 24% 9%
Not provided 7% N/A
Hispanic 4% 16%
Black 1% 6%
Native American 1% 3%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 10%N/A42%
Special education 13%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 4%N/A8%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 18N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 16N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 52%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010
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3414 168th St SE
Everett, WA 98012
Phone: (425) 385-7700

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