Average
#1717 of 2,228 schools in WA
Oakview Elementary School
Elementary School · Centralia School District
201 Oakview Avenue, Centralia, WA 98531
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
343
Student-Teacher
14.3:1
Score
5.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,717 of 2,228
In Centralia
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#7 of 9
Centralia School District
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Oakview Elementary School
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About Oakview Elementary School
Oakview Elementary School is a public elementary school in Centralia, WA, part of Centralia School District. Oakview Elementary School serves approximately 343 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Oakview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,717 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Oakview Elementary School show 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.0 · Average
- District avg 5.4
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Oakview 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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Oakview Elementary School — Students at Oakview Elementary School score 26% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 36 test records from WA state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.0/10.
How Oakview Elementary School Compares
See how Oakview 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
201 Oakview Avenue, Centralia, WA 98531
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Oakview Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. James W Lintott Elementary School (rated 7.0/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Chehalis), which scores notably higher. Another option is Rochester Primary School (rated 6.6/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Rochester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Washington Elementary School (rated 6.4/10, 2.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Centralia, see our Centralia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edison Elementary Centralia | 1.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Futurus High School Centralia | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| Centralia School District SpEd Pre-school Centralia | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| Washington Elementary School Centralia | 2.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Centralia Middle School Centralia | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Fords Prairie Elementary Centralia | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| Jefferson Lincoln Elementary Centralia | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| CENTRALIA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Centralia | 2.9 mi | 4.1 |
| Centralia High School Centralia | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Lewis County Jail Chehalis | 5.8 mi | — |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL Chehalis | 6.0 mi | 6.4 |
| W F West High School Chehalis | 6.5 mi | 5.1 |
| Green Hill Academic School Chehalis | 6.4 mi | 6.0 |
| Lewis County Alternative School Chehalis | 6.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Lewis County Juvenile Detention Chehalis | 6.5 mi | — |
| Chehalis Middle School Chehalis | 6.9 mi | 5.4 |
| LEWIS COUNTY ADVENTIST SCHOOL Chehalis | 6.3 mi | 6.0 |
| James W Lintott Elementary School Chehalis | 7.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Orin C Smith Elementary School Chehalis | 7.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Rochester Primary School Rochester | 5.6 mi | 6.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98531 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,963
Median Home Value
$285,700
Median Rent
$1,068/mo
Population
27,356
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
64.9%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
38.4
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|---|---|
| Allen Creek Elementary School Marysville, WA | 5.0 |
| Arthur Jacobsen Elementary Auburn, WA | 5.0 |
| Audubon Elementary Spokane, WA | 5.0 |
| Bemiss Elementary Spokane, WA | 5.0 |
| CASCADE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS - FREDERICKSON ELEM. Tacoma, WA | 5.0 |
| Concrete Elementary Concrete, WA | 5.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Oakview Elementary School
What grades does Oakview Elementary School serve?
Oakview Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Oakview Elementary School?
Oakview Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 343 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Oakview Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Oakview Elementary School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Oakview Elementary School rank in WA?
Oakview Elementary School ranks #1,717 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Oakview Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Oakview Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Oakview Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Oakview Elementary School has 37% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 47% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Oakview Elementary School a charter school?
No, Oakview Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Oakview Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Oakview Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oakview Elementary School?
89.8% of students at Oakview 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
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 343
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Lewis County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 46.1%
- Phone
- (360) 330-7638
Resources & Links
District
Centralia School District- District Enrollment
- 3,374
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $17,631
- District Rank
- #7 of 9
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