At a glance
Reported students
367
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
25.4
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
14.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
PK–05
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Washington elementary enrollment
39th percentile
Compared with 1,223 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
593
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary: 367 reported students.
State peer staffing position
25th percentile
14.4:1 reported; state peer median 15.7:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 479
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35.2
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.6:1
What the reported data says about Arthur Jacobsen Elementary
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary is a public elementary school serving grades PK–05 in Auburn. It is one of 25 current school records connected to Auburn School District. NCES reports 367 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,223 elementary schools in Washington with comparable records, this school is close in size to the reported median of 406 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 39th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 14.4:1, close to the Washington median of 15.7:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Asian (32.2%) and White (25.6%). English learners represent 37% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.2%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports gifted and talented programming. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Arthur Jacobsen Elementary
- 1How do the reported 14.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 25.4 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Which advanced, gifted, career, arts, and computer-science courses are available this year, and how do students qualify?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 1 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 37%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.2%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 59.9%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 1
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.6
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.5
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White25.6%
- Hispanic20.7%
- Black8.4%
- Asian32.2%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander1.1%
- Multiracial12%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
Gifted and talented
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Auburn School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Lake View Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
413 reported students
Gildo Rey Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
416 reported students
Bowman Creek Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
440 reported students
Evergreen Heights Elementary
Elementary · Grades PK–05
457 reported students
Ilalko Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
468 reported students
Washington Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–05
501 reported students
Public schools near Arthur Jacobsen Elementary
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Crest Elementary Elementary · Auburn School District | PK–05 | 656 | 0.7 mi |
| Hazelwood Elementary School Elementary · Auburn School District | KG–05 | 502 | 1.1 mi |
| Lea Hill Elementary School Elementary · Auburn School District | PK–05 | 593 | 1.1 mi |
| Pine Tree Elementary School Elementary · Kent School District | PK–05 | 305 | 1.2 mi |
| Horizon Elementary School Elementary · Kent School District | PK–05 | 408 | 1.2 mi |
| Millennium Elementary School Elementary · Kent School District | PK–05 | 482 | 1.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Arthur Jacobsen Elementary
What grades does Arthur Jacobsen Elementary serve?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary reports grades PK–05 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as an elementary school in Auburn School District.
How many students attend Arthur Jacobsen Elementary?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary reported 367 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 39th percentile among 1,223 Washington elementary schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 479 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Arthur Jacobsen Elementary?
The calculated ratio is 14.4:1, based on 367 students and 25.4 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Washington median for the same school level is 15.7:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Arthur Jacobsen Elementary a public, charter, or magnet school?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Auburn School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Arthur Jacobsen Elementary students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
59.9% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Arthur Jacobsen Elementary in?
Arthur Jacobsen Elementary is part of Auburn School District, based in Auburn, WA, which operates 25 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Arthur Jacobsen Elementary?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Willow Crest Elementary (0.7 mi), Hazelwood Elementary School (1.1 mi), Lea Hill Elementary School (1.1 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.