Skip to main content
6.5 avg / 10

Elma School District

School District · Elma, Washington

Students: 1,695
Teachers (FTE): 92
Estimated Scores: 25%

Avg Rating

6.5

out of 10

Schools

6

1 elem, 1 mid, 3 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$16,041

Student-Teacher Ratio

18.4:1

How this district compares

Washington rank

#80 of 233

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

+0.2

above Washington avg

Per-pupil spending

$16,041

$1,683 vs Washington median

District size

1,695 students

Typical than Washington median

About Elma School District

Elma School District is a Elma, Washington school district serving 6 schools. The district educates 1,695 students with a student-teacher ratio of 18.4:1. The district invests $16,041 per student annually.

With an average rating of 6.5/10, Elma School District demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Elma Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.3/10.

In standardized testing, Elma School District students show an average math proficiency of 34.4% and ELA proficiency of 49.1%.

The district includes 1 elementary school , 1 middle school , and 3 high schools.

District Map

Schools in Elma School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 34.4%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 49.1%
School
State
N/A

Average proficiency across all schools in Elma School District with test data.

District Details

State
Washington
City
Elma
Total Enrollment
1,695
Teachers (FTE)
92
Child Poverty Rate
0.2%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Elma School District?

Elma School District has 6 schools in total — 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 3 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Elma School District?

The average composite rating for Elma School District is 6.5/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Elma School District?

Elma School District spends $16,041 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Elma School District?

The average student-teacher ratio in Elma School District is 18.4:1.

What is the top-rated school in Elma School District?

Elma Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Elma School District with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What are the test scores in Elma School District?

Across schools in Elma School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 34.4% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 49.1%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Elma School District compare to other districts in Washington?

Elma School District has an average school rating of 6.5/10 across 6 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Washington by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools?

MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.

District Averages

Overall Rating
6.5/10
Math Proficiency
34.4%
ELA Proficiency
49.1%

Resources

🔍 Search for District Website 📄 Official NCES Data 🏫 GreatSchools Profile 📍 View on Google Maps

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

Other School Districts in WA

Compare Elma School District with neighboring districts in the state.

See all districts in WA →

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.

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.