5.8 avg / 10

Best Schools in Ilwaco, Washington

2 schools · 1 Middle · 1 High

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 2

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.8/10
Median household income: $88,977
Median home value: $332,300
Bachelor's degree or higher: 27%
Owner-occupied homes: 66%

How Ilwaco compares

Median household income

$89k

100% of Washington median

About Schools in Ilwaco, Washington

Ilwaco, Washington is home to 2 schools, including 2 public schools. The city's schools span 1 middle school, and 1 high school.

With an average rating of 5.8 out of 10, schools in Ilwaco show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Ilwaco is Ilwaco High School with a composite score of 6.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Ilwaco is served by 1 school district: Ocean Beach School District. These districts collectively serve 1,019 students.

Ilwaco's community shows 27% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $88,977. The poverty rate in the area is 10.1%.

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.

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Middle Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Hilltop Elementary School 215 students · 6th–8th	215	6th–8th	5.2

High Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Ilwaco High School 307 students · 9th–12th	307	9th–12th	6.5

Schools in Ilwaco

Ilwaco, Washington · 2 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$88,977

Median Home Value

$332,300

Median Rent

$1,219/mo

Population

1,645

College Educated

27%

Homeownership

66%

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Community Profile

Ilwaco has a median household income of $88,977. It is an area where 27% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $332,300, with a median rent of $1,219/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.1%. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Washington
Total Schools: 2
Middle: 1
High: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.8/10

Resources

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School District

Ocean Beach School District

6 schools · 1,019 students

Nearby Cities

Long Beach (3 schools)

2 mi

Ocean Park (1 school)

12 mi

Naselle (2 schools)

12 mi

South Bend (3 schools)

Other Major Cities in Washington

Top metros statewide by school count.

Seattle 200 schools Spokane 122 schools Tacoma 113 schools Vancouver 100 schools Bellevue 62 schools

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Ilwaco, Washington

How many schools are in Ilwaco, Washington?

Ilwaco has 2 schools, including 2 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Ilwaco, Washington?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ilwaco is 5.8 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Ilwaco, Washington?

The top-ranked school in Ilwaco on MySchoolScout is Ilwaco High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Ilwaco, Washington?

The top-ranked middle school in Ilwaco on MySchoolScout is Hilltop Elementary School with a composite score of 5.2/10.

What is the best high school in Ilwaco, Washington?

The top-ranked high school in Ilwaco on MySchoolScout is Ilwaco High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Ilwaco, Washington?

Ilwaco is served by 1 school district: Ocean Beach School District.

What is the education level in Ilwaco, Washington?

According to Census data, 27% of adults in Ilwaco have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Ilwaco, Washington?

The median household income in Ilwaco is approximately $88,977 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Ilwaco, Washington?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ilwaco is 19.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ilwaco, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.