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5.3 avg / 10

Port Angeles School District

School District · Port Angeles, Washington

Students: 3,530
Teachers (FTE): 210

Avg Rating

5.3

out of 10

Schools

10

5 elem, 1 mid, 2 high

Per-Pupil Spending

$17,775

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.8:1

How this district compares

Washington rank

#204 of 233

districts by avg. composite

Vs. state average

-1.0

below Washington avg

Per-pupil spending

$17,775

+$51 vs Washington median

District size

3,530 students

Much larger than Washington median

About Port Angeles School District

Port Angeles School District is a Port Angeles, Washington school district serving 10 schools. The district educates 3,530 students with a student-teacher ratio of 16.8:1. The district invests $17,775 per student annually.

With an average rating of 5.3/10, Port Angeles School District demonstrates solid academic performance.

The highest-rated school in the district is Dry Creek Elementary, which has a composite score of 9.0/10.

In standardized testing, Port Angeles School District students show an average math proficiency of 41.5% and ELA proficiency of 49.6%.

The district includes 5 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 2 high schools.

District Map

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

District Average Test Scores

Math Proficiency 41.5%
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ELA Proficiency 49.6%
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Average proficiency across all schools in Port Angeles School District with test data.

District Details

State
Washington
City
Port Angeles
Total Enrollment
3,530
Teachers (FTE)
210
Child Poverty Rate
0.1%
Data Year
2023

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Port Angeles School District?

Port Angeles School District has 10 schools in total — 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.

What is the average rating for Port Angeles School District?

The average composite rating for Port Angeles School District is 5.3/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.

What is the per-pupil spending in Port Angeles School District?

Port Angeles School District spends $17,775 per student per year.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Port Angeles School District?

The average student-teacher ratio in Port Angeles School District is 16.8:1.

What is the top-rated school in Port Angeles School District?

Dry Creek Elementary is the highest-rated school in Port Angeles School District with a composite score of 9.0/10.

What are the test scores in Port Angeles School District?

Across schools in Port Angeles School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 41.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 49.6%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.

How does Port Angeles School District compare to other districts in Washington?

Port Angeles School District has an average school rating of 5.3/10 across 10 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
5.3/10
Math Proficiency
41.5%
ELA Proficiency
49.6%

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

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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.

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