Best Schools in Forks, Washington
6 schools · 2 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High · 1 Other
Choosing a school in Forks?
Use this page to compare every school in Forks by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Queets-clearwater Elementary
Elementary · Queets-clearwater School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Forks Elementary School
Elementary · Quillayute Valley School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Forks Middle School
Middle · Quillayute Valley School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Forks for 2026 are Queets-clearwater Elementary (6.4/10), Forks Elementary School (6.1/10), and Forks Middle School (5.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 5 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$194,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
6
in this city
Avg Score
5.2
out of 10
Median Home
$194,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.8 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Forks schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Forks
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (5 of 6). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Queets-clearwater Elementary | 6.4 / 10 |
| 2 | Forks Elementary School | 6.1 / 10 |
| 3 | Forks Middle School | 5.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Forks High School | 4.3 / 10 |
| 5 | Insight School of Washington | 3.4 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 5.2/10
- Median household income
- $48,313
- Median home value
- $194,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 19%
- Avg commute
- 19 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 60%
0% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Forks compares
Washington rank
#168 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-1.1
below Washington avg (6.4)
Median household income
$48k
54% of Washington median
Schools in this city
5
About Schools in Forks, Washington
Forks, Washington is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 2 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.2 out of 10, schools in Forks show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Forks is Queets-clearwater Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Forks is served by 2 school districts: Queets-Clearwater School District, Quillayute Valley School District. These districts collectively serve 3,479 students.
Forks's community shows 19% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $48,313. The poverty rate in the area is 21.8%.
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
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 40 students · Kindergarten–8th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 416 students · Pre-K–4th | 6.1 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 260 students · 5th–8th | 5.9 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 281 students · 9th–12th | 4.3 |
| 2 | 2,454 students · 9th–12th | 3.4 |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Forks
Forks, Washington · 6 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$48,313
Median Home Value
$194,700
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
5,526
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
60%
Avg Commute
19 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Community Profile
Forks has a median household income of $48,313. It is a community where 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $194,700, with a median rent of $850/month. The area has a poverty rate of 21.8%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 19 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 2
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 2
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Forks, Washington
How many schools are in Forks, Washington?
Forks has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Forks, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Forks is 5.2 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Forks, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Forks on MySchoolScout is Queets-clearwater Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best elementary school in Forks, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Forks on MySchoolScout is Queets-clearwater Elementary with a composite score of 6.4/10.
What is the best middle school in Forks, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Forks on MySchoolScout is Forks Middle School with a composite score of 5.9/10.
What is the best high school in Forks, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Forks on MySchoolScout is Forks High School with a composite score of 4.3/10.
How many school districts serve Forks, Washington?
Forks is served by 2 school districts: Queets-clearwater School District, Quillayute Valley School District.
What is the education level in Forks, Washington?
According to Census data, 19% of adults in Forks have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Forks, Washington?
The median household income in Forks is approximately $48,313 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Forks, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Forks is 17.1:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Forks, 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.