Excellent
#355 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 16% in state
Elma Elementary School
Elementary School · Elma School District
1235 Monte-Elma Rd, Elma, WA 98541
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
695
Student-Teacher
15.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#355 of 2,228
In Elma
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Elma School District
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Elma Elementary School
Elma Elementary School is a public elementary school in Elma, WA, part of Elma School District. Elma Elementary School serves approximately 695 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Elma Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #355 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Elma Elementary School show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Elma Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Elma Elementary School — Students at Elma Elementary School score 48% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 34 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.
How Elma Elementary School Compares
See how Elma Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1235 Monte-Elma Rd, Elma, WA 98541
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Elma Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beacon Avenue Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Montesano), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Satsop Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Satsop), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Simpson Avenue Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 8.2 miles away, in nearby Montesano), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Elma, see our Elma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Elma High School Elma | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| Elma Middle School Elma | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Eagle Virtual Sky Academy Elma | 1.2 mi | — |
| East Grays Harbor High School Elma | 1.2 mi | — |
| East Grays Harbor Open Doors Elma | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| Satsop Elementary Satsop | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Beacon Avenue Elementary School Montesano | 7.0 mi | 9.0 |
| Montesano Jr-Sr High Montesano | 7.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Simpson Avenue Elementary Montesano | 8.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Mccleary Elem Mccleary | 8.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Mary M. Knight School Elma | 13.5 mi | 6.4 |
| GRAYS HARBOR ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montesano | 10.8 mi | — |
| North River School Cosmopolis | 16.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Oakville High School Oakville | 14.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Oakville Elementary Oakville | 14.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Oakville Homelink Alternative School Oakville | 14.5 mi | — |
| Central Park Elementary Aberdeen | 12.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Cosmopolis Elementary School Cosmopolis | 16.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Grays Harbor Juvenile Detention Aberdeen | 16.4 mi | — |
| Wishkah Valley Elementary/High School Aberdeen | 17.7 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98541 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,659
Median Home Value
$338,000
Median Rent
$928/mo
Population
10,285
College Educated
15.6%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
17.2%
Median Age
44.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Arcadia Elementary Deer Park, WA | 8.2 |
| Brewster Elementary School Brewster, WA | 8.2 |
| Byron Kibler Elementary School Enumclaw, WA | 8.2 |
| Chester H Thompson Elementary Tacoma, WA | 8.2 |
| Harriet Rowley Mount Vernon, WA | 8.2 |
| Jing Mei Elementary School Bellevue, WA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Elma Elementary School
What grades does Elma Elementary School serve?
Elma Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Elma Elementary School?
Elma Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 695 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Elma Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Elma Elementary School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Elma Elementary School rank in WA?
Elma Elementary School ranks #355 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Elma Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Elma Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Elma Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Elma Elementary School has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 55% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Elma Elementary School a charter school?
No, Elma Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Elma Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Elma Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Elma Elementary School?
74.8% of students at Elma Elementary School 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 695
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Grays Harbor County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.2%
- Phone
- (360) 482-2632
Resources & Links
District
Elma School District- District Enrollment
- 1,695
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,041
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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