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#1150 of 2,228 schools in WA
Head Start
School · Walla Walla Public Schools
1150 W Chestnut St, Walla Walla, WA 99362
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 11 schools in Walla Walla. Learn more
Enrollment
110
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Enrollment
110
Score
6.3
Grades
Pre-K – Pre-K
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,150 of 2,228
In Walla Walla
#7 of 14
public schools
In district
#7 of 14
Walla Walla Public Schools
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Head Start
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About Head Start
Head Start is a public school in Walla Walla, WA, part of Walla Walla Public Schools. Head Start serves approximately 110 students, and covers grades Pre-K-Pre-K. Head Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,150 of 2,228 schools in WA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- District avg 6.2
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 110 students, Head Start 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.
Score Breakdown
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
97.3%
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 Head Start Compares
See how Head Start performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Location
1150 W Chestnut St, Walla Walla, WA 99362
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Head Start may also want to explore other schools in the area. Davis Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby College Place), which scores notably higher. Another option is Prospect Point Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Edison Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Walla Walla, see our Walla Walla schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 99362 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,660
Median Home Value
$398,000
Median Rent
$1,148/mo
Population
42,794
College Educated
30.7%
Homeownership
65.2%
Avg Commute
13.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.1%
Median Age
40.6
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Head Start
What grades does Head Start serve?
Head Start serves students in grades Pre-K through Pre-K.
How many students attend Head Start?
Head Start has an enrollment of approximately 110 students.
How does Head Start rank in WA?
Head Start ranks #1,150 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Head Start's MySchoolScout rating?
Head Start has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Head Start a charter school?
No, Head Start is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Head Start a Title I school?
No, Head Start is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Head Start?
97.3% of students at Head Start 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 – Pre-K
- Enrollment
- 110
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 97.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Walla Walla County
- Phone
- (509) 526-1780
Resources & Links
District
Walla Walla Public Schools- District Enrollment
- 5,534
- Schools in District
- 17
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,029
- District Rank
- #7 of 14
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