Serving 183 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Willapa Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willapa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Willapa Elementary School's student population of 183 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
183 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Willapa Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Willapa Elementary School is 0.40, 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
#1057 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
12%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willapa Elementary School's ranking?
Willapa Elementary School is ranked #1057 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Willapa Elementary School often compared to?
Willapa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond Elementary School, Mike Morris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Willapa Elementary School?
183 students attend Willapa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Willapa Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 12% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Willapa Elementary School?
Willapa Elementary School has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Willapa Elementary School offer ?
Willapa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willapa Elementary School part of?
Willapa Elementary School is part of Willapa Valley School District.
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