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#1683 of 2,228 schools in WA
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Emerson Elementary
Elementary School · Hoquiam School District
101 W Emerson, Hoquiam, WA 98550
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on WA statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher
16.1:1
Score
5.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,683 of 2,228
In Hoquiam
#3 of 6
public schools
In district
#3 of 6
Hoquiam School District
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About Emerson Elementary
Emerson Elementary is a public elementary school in Hoquiam, WA, part of Hoquiam School District. Emerson Elementary serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,683 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.1 · Average
- District avg 5.5
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
66% of students at Emerson Elementary 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Emerson Elementary Compares
See how Emerson Elementary 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
101 W Emerson, Hoquiam, WA 98550
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Emerson Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.9 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cosmopolis Elementary School (rated 7.6/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Cosmopolis), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McDermoth Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hoquiam, see our Hoquiam schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Hoquiam Middle School Hoquiam | 0.1 mi | 4.5 |
| Hoquiam High School Hoquiam | 0.4 mi | 3.3 |
| Central Elementary School Hoquiam | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Hoquiam | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Hoquiam Homelink School Hoquiam | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| A J West Elementary Aberdeen | 3.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Hopkins Elementary Aberdeen | 3.5 mi | 5.0 |
| Harbor Junior/Senior High School Aberdeen | 3.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Grays Harbor Academy Aberdeen | 3.5 mi | 3.2 |
| Harbor Open Doors Aberdeen | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| McDermoth Elementary Aberdeen | 3.8 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Aberdeen | 3.9 mi | 7.7 |
| Twin Harbors A Branch of New Market Skills Center Aberdeen | 4.0 mi | — |
| J M Weatherwax High School Aberdeen | 4.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Robert Gray Elementary Aberdeen | 4.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Miller Junior High Aberdeen | 5.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Stevens Elementary School Aberdeen | 5.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Grays Harbor Juvenile Detention Aberdeen | 5.8 mi | — |
| Cosmopolis Elementary School Cosmopolis | 6.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Wishkah Valley Elementary/High School Aberdeen | 11.3 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98550 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,920
Median Home Value
$212,400
Median Rent
$1,003/mo
Population
12,274
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
64.7%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
41.3
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|---|---|
| Columbia Crest A-STEM Academy Ashford, WA | 5.1 |
| SLAVIC CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Vancouver, WA | 5.1 |
| Sierra Heights Elementary School Renton, WA | 5.1 |
| Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Auburn, WA | 5.0 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS - FREDERICKSON ELEM. Tacoma, WA | 5.0 |
| Concrete Elementary Concrete, WA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Emerson Elementary
What grades does Emerson Elementary serve?
Emerson Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Emerson Elementary?
Emerson Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerson Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Emerson Elementary is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Emerson Elementary rank in WA?
Emerson Elementary ranks #1,683 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Emerson Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Emerson Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Emerson Elementary a charter school?
No, Emerson Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Emerson Elementary a Title I school?
No, Emerson Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Emerson Elementary?
80.6% of students at Emerson 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 1st
- Enrollment
- 258
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grays Harbor County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 65.9%
- Phone
- (360) 538-8240
Resources & Links
District
Hoquiam School District- District Enrollment
- 1,588
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,188
- District Rank
- #3 of 6
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