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Evergreen Elementary School

Public | PK-5 | 492 students

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4 stars

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2012:
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Posted February 23, 2013

The students and staff at Evergreen Elementary school are dedicated to learning in two languages through a highly effective but challenging, two-way bilingual program. As an educator at this facility, I have had the privilege to work with students and staff from around the world in the classroom, in small groups before school, and even during our summer school programs. A strong science focus is key to our success.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted August 5, 2012

I have no idea what the previous poster was talking about. My children go to this school and there are always programs before and after school. Teachers at all grade levels were available before and after school for additional tutoring. In addition, there were multiple clubs offered, such as Art Club, Dance and Game Club, all of which were run by teachers. Having a world class, bilingual school in our community is an asset and I am impressed by the level of commitment the staff has for our students.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted February 8, 2012

This school doesn't offer quality after school programs. I understand they are greatly interested in grants and funds from the state, but it's the children that need the education. I feel they lack in educational outreach for the students. I DO NOT recommend it to parents. I DO NOT believe that all teachers care about the students they "teach" and I DO NOT see any teachers actually spending time with students before school or after school. It's like they can't leave school fast enough!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 18, 2011

This is a world-class bilingual school! The principal and teachers have a progressive vision for the education of the school's students. Our students learn content through the Spanish language and it's amazing how fast they learn. Our students see each other as peers and their differences are just that. Such differences help everyone to learn from one another. I feel very fortunate to work in an environment where learning is a top priority.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted June 18, 2010

This is a fabulous school to teach in. Our dual language program is progressive and showing some cool results with test scores with older kids. I love how the parents support their kids so well, no matter their socio-economic level.
—Submitted by a teacher


Posted November 18, 2009

This school is really forward thinking and stands out from the rest of the schools as far as advanced education for kids. It is a bilingual school but the kids speak the language they are comfortable with but must learn or know both languages.


Posted April 26, 2008

Great school for Spanish language students! Dedicated and intelligent teachers!


Posted September 23, 2003

Evergreen Elementary is on the cutting edge of education with their new Dual Language Enrichment Program. Beautiful new building. Very strong leadership and a dedicated staff make this school a pleasure to be a part of.
—Submitted by Kimberly Janda, 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.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
22%

2011

 
 
38%

2010

 
 
22%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

80 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
37%

2011

 
 
53%

2010

 
 
51%
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.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
45%

2011

 
 
43%

2010

 
 
39%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
50%

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
56%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

72 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
44%

2011

 
 
47%

2010

 
 
32%
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.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
41%

2011

 
 
44%

2010

 
 
26%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
52%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
58%
Science

The state average for Science was 66% in 2012.

69 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
49%

2010

 
 
24%
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 Students22%
Female27%
Male19%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic12%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White50%
Low income20%
Not low incomen/a
Special education7%
Not special education25%
Limited English3%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students37%
Female41%
Male33%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic28%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White55%
Low income37%
Not low incomen/a
Special education7%
Not special education43%
Limited English7%
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 Students45%
Female40%
Male52%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic31%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White67%
Low income39%
Not low income80%
Special education21%
Not special education50%
Limited English12%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students50%
Female47%
Male55%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic38%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White71%
Low income45%
Not low income80%
Special education14%
Not special education59%
Limited English12%
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students44%
Female49%
Male38%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic33%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White62%
Low income39%
Not low income80%
Special education21%
Not special education50%
Limited English23%
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 Students41%
Female35%
Male45%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic32%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White52%
Low income38%
Not low incomen/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education42%
Limited English20%
Migrant50%

Reading

All Students52%
Female52%
Male53%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic41%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White72%
Low income48%
Not low incomen/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education53%
Limited English25%
Migrant40%

Science

All Students59%
Female66%
Male55%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic50%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White81%
Low income57%
Not low incomen/a
Special educationn/a
Not special education63%
Limited English30%
Migrant70%
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
Hispanic 61% 16%
White 31% 64%
Native American 3% 3%
Asian/Pacific Islander 2% 9%
Black 1% 6%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 85%N/A42%
Special education 17%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 43%N/A8%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 14N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 11N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 61%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010
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900 West Franklin St
Shelton, WA 98584
Phone: (360) 426-8281

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