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#168 of 2,225 schools in WA

Top 8% in state

Helen Haller Elementary School

Elementary School · Sequim School District

350 W. Fir Street, Sequim, WA 98382

Enrollment

536

Student-Teacher

14.9:1

Score

8.6

Grades

3rd – 5th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Sequim

#1 of 6

public schools

Washington elementary schools

#160 of 1,202

In district

#1 of 6

Sequim School District

Equity

9.2 / 10

Exceptional

About Helen Haller Elementary School

Helen Haller Elementary School is a public elementary school in Sequim, WA, part of the Sequim School District. The school serves approximately 536 students in grades 3rd – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 14.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 92.5th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 60% proficiency in math, 15 points above the state average and 55% in reading/language arts, 5 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.5/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $70,471, where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a distant town setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-0.87 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2024
TrendStable
Academics9.0Exceptional30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency59.3%
Reading/ELA Proficiency56.3%
Math vs. State Avg+7.5 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+7.9 pts
Overall Proficiency58%
Expected (poverty-adj.)38%
vs. Expected+19.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College ReadinessNot Available

Data not available for this school

Resources & Environment8.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$17,271

Helen Haller Elementary School — Students at Helen Haller Elementary School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)

Math Proficiency 60.3%
School
State
45.8%
ELA Proficiency 55.2%
School
State
50.2%

Based on 13 test records from WA state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
63%
ELA
60%
2022
ELA
46%
2024
Math
59.6%
ELA
56.3%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.3/10.

How Helen Haller Elementary School Compares

See how Helen Haller Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
93th percentile in WA
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
8.3/10
Above average
Environment
8.5/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
36 teachers

Location

350 W. Fir Street, Sequim, WA 98382

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Helen Haller Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Salish Coast Elementary (rated 8.4/10, 14.8 miles away, in nearby Port Townsend), with a very similar rating. Another option is Greywolf Elementary School (rated 6.9/10, 3.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Jefferson Elementary (rated 6.7/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Port Angeles), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sequim, see our Sequim schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 15.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Sequim Middle School Sequim 0.2 mi 4.9
Olympic Peninsula Academy Sequim 0.2 mi 6.3
Sequim Senior High Sequim 0.2 mi 6.3
Dungeness Virtual School Sequim 0.3 mi 2.0
PENINSULA ADVENTIST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sequim 1.4 mi
Greywolf Elementary School Sequim 3.0 mi 6.9
FIVE ACRE SCHOOL Sequim 4.9 mi 5.2
OLYMPIC CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Port Angeles 8.9 mi 4.6
Roosevelt Elementary School Port Angeles 13.0 mi 4.4
Franklin Elementary Port Angeles 14.6 mi 5.5
Salish Coast Elementary Port Townsend 14.8 mi 8.4
CEDARBROOK ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN Port Hadlock 15.0 mi
Special Education Port Angeles 15.1 mi
SUNFIELD WALDORF SCHOOL Port Hadlock 15.4 mi 6.2
SWAN SCHOOL Port Townsend 15.3 mi 5.7
Jefferson Elementary Port Angeles 15.3 mi 6.7
Port Angeles High School Port Angeles 15.4 mi 4.6
Blue Heron Middle School Port Townsend 15.6 mi 5.9
OCEAN Port Townsend 15.6 mi 6.1
QUEEN OF ANGELS SCHOOL Port Angeles 15.5 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98382 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,471

Median Home Value

$463,800

Median Rent

$1,210/mo

Population

31,225

College Educated

34.9%

Homeownership

80.1%

Avg Commute

20.9 min

Poverty Rate

9.4%

Median Age

60.8

Community Profile

The community surrounding Helen Haller Elementary School has a median household income of $70,471. It is an area where 35% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $463,800, with a median rent of $1,210/month. The local poverty rate of 9.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 21 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bryant Elementary School Seattle, WA 8.6
Cascadia Elementary Seattle, WA 8.6
Chase Lake Elementary Edmonds, WA 8.6
Longfellow Elementary Spokane, WA 8.6
Louisa May Alcott Elementary Redmond, WA 8.6
Red Rock Elementary Royal City, WA 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Helen Haller Elementary School

What grades does Helen Haller Elementary School serve?

Helen Haller Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Helen Haller Elementary School?

Helen Haller Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Helen Haller Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Helen Haller Elementary School is 14.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Helen Haller Elementary School rank in WA?

Helen Haller Elementary School is ranked #168 out of 2,225 schools in WA.

What is Helen Haller Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Helen Haller Elementary School has a composite rating of 8.6 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Helen Haller Elementary School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Helen Haller Elementary School has 60.3% math proficiency and 55.2% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Helen Haller Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Helen Haller Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Helen Haller Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Helen Haller Elementary School?

60.8% of students at Helen Haller 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
61 Bikeable
City Safety
High (2,340/100K)

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FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Sequim). Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
36
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Distant Town
County
Clallam County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

Sequim School District
District Enrollment
2,613
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$17,501
District Rank
#1 of 6

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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