Serving 440 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Harriet Rowley ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 32% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Harriet Rowley ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Harriet Rowley's student population of 440 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Harriet Rowley ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Harriet Rowley is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1524 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
9%
Hispanic
54%
27%
Black
1%
5%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Mount Vernon School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Harriet Rowley's ranking?
Harriet Rowley is ranked #1524 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
32% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Harriet Rowley?
440 students attend Harriet Rowley.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Harriet Rowley students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harriet Rowley?
Harriet Rowley has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Harriet Rowley offer ?
Harriet Rowley offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Harriet Rowley part of?
Harriet Rowley is part of Mount Vernon School District.
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