Meadowdale High School is a high school in the Edmonds School District, located in Lynnwood, Washington, United States. The school has students in grades 9 through 12. Meadowdale competes 3A in the Washington Interscholastic Athletic Association after two years as 4A between 2004-2006.
Serving 1,535 students in grades 9-12, Meadowdale High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 23:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,535 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 23:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Top 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Meadowdale High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Meadowdale High School's student population of 1,535 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,535 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Year Founded
1963
Colors
White, Navy Blue, Columbia blue
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 30, 2026
School Rankings
Meadowdale High School ranks within the top 30% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Meadowdale High School is 0.71, which is more 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
#536 out of 2088 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
16:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
9%
Hispanic
24%
26%
Black
13%
5%
White
46%
48%
Hawaiian
1%
2%
Two or more races
4%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mavericks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Meadowdale High School's ranking?
Meadowdale High School is ranked #536 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Meadowdale High School often compared to?
Meadowdale High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edmonds Woodway High School, Lynnwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Meadowdale High School?
The graduation rate of Meadowdale High School is 89%, which is higher than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Meadowdale High School?
1,535 students attend Meadowdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Meadowdale High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Meadowdale High School?
Meadowdale High School has a student ration of 23:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Meadowdale High School offer ?
Meadowdale High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Meadowdale High School part of?
Meadowdale High School is part of Edmonds School District.
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