Very Good
#531 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 24% in state
Grainger Elementary
Elementary School · Okanogan School District
PO Box 592, Okanogan, WA 98840
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
437
Student-Teacher
15.6:1
Score
7.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#531 of 2,228
In Okanogan
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Okanogan School District
Academic growth
8.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Grainger Elementary
Grainger Elementary is a public elementary school in Okanogan, WA, part of Okanogan School District. Grainger Elementary serves approximately 437 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Grainger Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #531 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Grainger Elementary show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Grainger 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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Grainger Elementary — Students at Grainger Elementary score 41% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.9%
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: 8.1/10.
How Grainger Elementary Compares
See how Grainger 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
PO Box 592, Okanogan, WA 98840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grainger Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Brewster Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 20.3 miles away, in nearby Brewster), which scores slightly higher. Another option is E Omak Elementary (rated 7.3/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Omak), with a comparable rating. Additionally, N Omak Elementary (rated 5.4/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Omak), a more accessible option. For more schools in Okanogan, see our Okanogan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Okanogan High School Okanogan | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Okanogan Middle School Okanogan | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| Okanogan Outreach Alternative School Okanogan | 0.7 mi | 5.0 |
| Okanogan Co Juvenile Detention Okanogan | 0.7 mi | — |
| OMAK ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Omak | 4.3 mi | — |
| Washington Virtual Academy Omak Elementary Omak | 4.4 mi | 4.7 |
| Washington Virtual Academy Omak High School Omak | 4.4 mi | 2.9 |
| Washington Virtual Academy Omak Middle School Omak | 4.4 mi | 4.8 |
| Omak High School Omak | 4.4 mi | 3.9 |
| Omak Middle School Omak | 4.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Okanogan Alternative High School Omak | 4.5 mi | — |
| E Omak Elementary Omak | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
| N Omak Elementary Omak | 5.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Paschal Sherman Indian School Omak | 6.7 mi | — |
| BREWSTER ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brewster | 16.2 mi | — |
| Brewster Alternative School Brewster | 20.0 mi | — |
| LOG CHURCH CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Brewster | 20.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Brewster Elementary School Brewster | 20.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Brewster Middle School Brewster | 20.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Brewster High School Brewster | 20.4 mi | 6.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$67,634
Median Home Value
$251,700
Median Rent
$967/mo
Population
5,084
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
61.1%
Avg Commute
15.2 min
Poverty Rate
10.9%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Basin City Elem Connell, WA | 7.7 |
| Central Elementary Ferndale, WA | 7.7 |
| Central Elementary School Sedro-Woolley, WA | 7.7 |
| Chambers Elementary University Pla, WA | 7.7 |
| Custer Elem Custer, WA | 7.7 |
| Discovery Primary School Milton, WA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grainger Elementary
What grades does Grainger Elementary serve?
Grainger Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Grainger Elementary?
Grainger Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 437 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grainger Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Grainger Elementary is 15.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Grainger Elementary rank in WA?
Grainger Elementary ranks #531 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Grainger Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Grainger Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Grainger Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Grainger Elementary has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Grainger Elementary a charter school?
No, Grainger Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Grainger Elementary a Title I school?
No, Grainger Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Grainger Elementary?
65.9% of students at Grainger 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 437
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Okanogan County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.2%
- Phone
- (509) 422-3580
Resources & Links
District
Okanogan School District- District Enrollment
- 1,086
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $18,338
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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