Best Schools in Ariel, Washington
1 schools · 1 Elementary
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Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.1
out of 10
Median Home
$368,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
1
in this city
Avg Score
9.1
out of 10
Median Home
$368,800
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 9.1/10
- Median household income
- $77,188
- Median home value
- $368,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 15%
- Owner-occupied homes
- 67%
100% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Of occupied housing units
How Ariel compares
Median household income
$77k
87% of Washington median
Woodland School District runs Ariel's public schools
1 public school. Woodland School District is the only district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Ariel is a Woodland School District school (1 of 1).
About Schools in Ariel, Washington
Ariel, Washington is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.
With an average rating of 9.1 out of 10, schools in Ariel perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ariel is Yale Elementary with a composite score of 9.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ariel is served by 1 school district: Woodland School District. These districts collectively serve 2,404 students.
Ariel's community shows 15% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $77,188. The poverty rate in the area is 17.9%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40 students · Kindergarten–4th | 9.1 |
Schools in Ariel
Ariel, Washington · 1 school
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$77,188
Median Home Value
$368,800
Median Rent
$585/mo
Population
1,192
College Educated
15%
Homeownership
67%
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Community Profile
Ariel has a median household income of $77,188. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $368,800, with a median rent of $585/month. The area has a poverty rate of 17.9%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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- Washington
- Elementary
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Ariel, Washington
How many schools are in Ariel, Washington?
Ariel has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ariel, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ariel is 9.1 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
How many school districts serve Ariel, Washington?
Ariel is served by 1 school district: Woodland School District.
What is the education level in Ariel, Washington?
According to Census data, 15% of adults in Ariel have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ariel, Washington?
The median household income in Ariel is approximately $77,188 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ariel, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ariel is 13.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ariel, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.