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#1291 of 2,228 schools in WA
Ocean Shores Elementary
Elementary School · North Beach School District No. 64
300 Mt. Olympus Way, Ocean Shores, WA 98569
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Enrollment
286
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Pre-K – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,291 of 2,228
In Ocean Shores
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
North Beach School District No. 64
School environment
7.7 / 10
Very Good
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Ocean Shores Elementary
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About Ocean Shores Elementary
Ocean Shores Elementary is a public elementary school in Ocean Shores, WA, part of North Beach School District No. 64. Ocean Shores Elementary serves approximately 286 students, and covers grades Pre-K-6th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Ocean Shores Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #1,291 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Ocean Shores Elementary show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.0
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
39% of students at Ocean Shores 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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Ocean Shores Elementary — Students at Ocean Shores Elementary score 33% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.8%
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: 5.4/10.
How Ocean Shores Elementary Compares
See how Ocean Shores 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
300 Mt. Olympus Way, Ocean Shores, WA 98569
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ocean Shores Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST MARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores notably higher. Another option is McDermoth Elementary (rated 6.9/10, 15.6 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Central Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 12.5 miles away, in nearby Hoquiam), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ocean Shores, see our Ocean Shores schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 15.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| North Beach Senior High School Ocean Shores | 2.9 mi | 5.5 |
| North Beach Junior High School Ocean Shores | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| Ocosta Elementary School Westport | 8.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Ocosta Junior - Senior High Westport | 8.3 mi | 5.4 |
| Ocosta ALE Westport | 8.3 mi | — |
| Pacific Beach Elementary School Pacific Beach | 16.1 mi | 4.1 |
| Hoquiam High School Hoquiam | 11.5 mi | 3.3 |
| Hoquiam Middle School Hoquiam | 11.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Emerson Elementary Hoquiam | 11.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Central Elementary School Hoquiam | 12.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Lincoln Elementary Hoquiam | 12.6 mi | 4.9 |
| Hoquiam Homelink School Hoquiam | 13.6 mi | 5.4 |
| A J West Elementary Aberdeen | 14.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Hopkins Elementary Aberdeen | 15.2 mi | 5.0 |
| Harbor Junior/Senior High School Aberdeen | 15.2 mi | 5.3 |
| Grays Harbor Academy Aberdeen | 15.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Harbor Open Doors Aberdeen | 15.2 mi | 5.8 |
| McDermoth Elementary Aberdeen | 15.6 mi | 6.9 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Aberdeen | 15.8 mi | 7.7 |
| Twin Harbors A Branch of New Market Skills Center Aberdeen | 15.8 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98569 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,772
Median Home Value
$373,900
Median Rent
$1,177/mo
Population
7,187
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
82.9%
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
63.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Walla Walla, WA | 6.0 |
| BELLINGHAM CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellingham, WA | 6.0 |
| Bridgeport Elementary Bridgeport, WA | 6.0 |
| Campbell Hill Elementary School Seattle, WA | 6.0 |
| Cape Horn Skye Elementary Washougal, WA | 6.0 |
| Chase Lake Elementary Edmonds, WA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ocean Shores Elementary
What grades does Ocean Shores Elementary serve?
Ocean Shores Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 6th.
How many students attend Ocean Shores Elementary?
Ocean Shores Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 286 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ocean Shores Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Ocean Shores Elementary is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ocean Shores Elementary rank in WA?
Ocean Shores Elementary ranks #1,291 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Ocean Shores Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Ocean Shores Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Ocean Shores Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Ocean Shores Elementary has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Ocean Shores Elementary a charter school?
No, Ocean Shores Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Ocean Shores Elementary a Title I school?
No, Ocean Shores Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ocean Shores Elementary?
74.8% of students at Ocean Shores 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 6th
- Enrollment
- 286
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 18
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Grays Harbor County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 38.8%
- Phone
- (360) 289-2147
Resources & Links
District
North Beach School District No. 64- District Enrollment
- 698
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,000
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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