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#853 of 2,228 schools in WA

Top 38% in state

Dallesport Elementary

Elementary School · Lyle School District

P.O. Box 368, Lyle, WA 98635

Enrollment

106

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Washington schools

#853 of 2,228

In Lyle

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

Lyle School District

Academic growth

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Dallesport Elementary

6.9/10

Elementary School in Lyle · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Dallesport Elementary

Dallesport Elementary is a public elementary school in Lyle, WA, part of Lyle School District. Dallesport Elementary serves approximately 106 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dallesport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #853 of 2,228 schools in WA.

Structured state assessment records for Dallesport Elementary show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

How it comparesOn par with WA schools
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 106 students, Dallesport Elementary is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

Test scores at Dallesport Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Dallesport Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.74 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2024
TrendStable
Academics3.5Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency25.5% (2024 SBA)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29.8% (2024 SBA)
Math vs. State Avg-22.9 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-18.6 pts
Overall Proficiency28% (2024 SBA, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2024 SBA)
vs. Expected-15.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile16th
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$22,024
Chronic Absenteeism67%

Dallesport Elementary — Students at Dallesport Elementary score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 33.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
43.8% (2024 SBA)
ELA Proficiency 36.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2024)
School
State
50.2% (2024 SBA)

Based on 33 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2012
Math
22%
ELA
42%
2013
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
24.5%
2015
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2016
Math
44.5%
ELA
44.5%
2017
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2018
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2019
Math
34.5%
ELA
34.5%
2022
Math
35.2%
ELA
24.5%
2024
Math
30.4%
ELA
29.1%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.5/10.

How Dallesport Elementary Compares

See how Dallesport Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.9/10
62th percentile in WA
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
54%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
10 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
67.0%

Location

P.O. Box 368, Lyle, WA 98635

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Dallesport Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hulan L Whitson Elem (rated 7.6/10, 10.3 miles away, in nearby White Salmon), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARYS ACADEMY (rated 7.0/10, 7.4 miles away, in nearby The Dalles), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Mosier Community School (rated 6.7/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Mosier), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Lyle, see our Lyle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 11.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Lyle High School Lyle 0.0 mi 4.9
Lyle Middle School Lyle 0.0 mi 4.7
Innovations Academy The Dalles 5.5 mi 4.6
Chenowith Elementary School The Dalles 5.6 mi 4.9
ST MARYS ACADEMY The Dalles 7.4 mi 7.0
Mosier Community School Mosier 5.9 mi 6.7
Colonel Wright Elementary School The Dalles 7.8 mi 5.9
The Dalles High School The Dalles 8.1 mi 5.4
The Dalles Middle School The Dalles 8.7 mi 6.1
Dry Hollow Elementary School The Dalles 9.1 mi 6.7
Klickitat Elem & High Klickitat 10.4 mi 5.1
LITTLE OAK MONTESSORI SCHOOL White Salmon 10.2 mi 6.0
WORLD CLASS ACADEMY White Salmon 10.2 mi 7.4
Hulan L Whitson Elem White Salmon 10.3 mi 7.6
Wayne M Henkle Middle School White Salmon 10.8 mi 6.2
Wallace & Priscilla Stevenson Intermediate School White Salmon 10.8 mi 6.8
Columbia High School White Salmon 10.8 mi 4.1
White Salmon Academy White Salmon 10.8 mi
HORIZON CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Hood River 11.4 mi 6.7
BRIGHT BEGINNINGS Hood River 11.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98635 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$57,930

Median Home Value

$486,000

Median Rent

$1,357/mo

Population

2,033

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

75.2%

Poverty Rate

15.6%

Median Age

53.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BELLEVUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bellevue, WA 6.9
Loon Lake Homelink Program Loon Lake, WA 6.9
OAK HARBOR CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Oak Harbor, WA 6.9
ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Seattle, WA 6.9
ST CECILIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bainbridge Island, WA 7.0
ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL-WENATCHEE Wenatchee, WA 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Dallesport Elementary

What grades does Dallesport Elementary serve?

Dallesport Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Dallesport Elementary?

Dallesport Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 106 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Dallesport Elementary?

The student-teacher ratio at Dallesport Elementary is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Dallesport Elementary rank in WA?

Dallesport Elementary ranks #853 of 2,228 schools in WA.

What is Dallesport Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?

Dallesport Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Dallesport Elementary?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Dallesport Elementary has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).

Is Dallesport Elementary a charter school?

No, Dallesport Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Dallesport Elementary a Title I school?

No, Dallesport Elementary is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dallesport Elementary?

53.8% of students at Dallesport Elementary qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
21 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
4 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
106
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Klickitat County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
67.0%

District

Lyle School District
District Enrollment
210
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$22,024
District Rank
#1 of 3

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