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#1075 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 48% in state
Queets-clearwater Elementary
Elementary School · Queets-Clearwater School District
146000 HWY 101, Forks, WA 98331
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
40
Student-Teacher
13.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,075 of 2,228
In Forks
#1 of 5
public schools
School environment
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Queets-clearwater Elementary
Queets-clearwater Elementary is a public elementary school in Forks, WA, part of Queets-Clearwater School District. Queets-clearwater Elementary serves approximately 40 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Queets-clearwater Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,075 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Queets-clearwater Elementary show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 40 students, Queets-clearwater Elementary 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.
Test scores at Queets-clearwater Elementary sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Queets-clearwater Elementary sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Queets-clearwater Elementary — Students at Queets-clearwater Elementary score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
87.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 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: 7.1/10.
How Queets-clearwater Elementary Compares
See how Queets-clearwater Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
146000 HWY 101, Forks, WA 98331
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Queets-clearwater Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Taholah Elementary & Middle School (rated 7.0/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Taholah), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Forks Elementary School (rated 6.1/10, 28.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Pacific Beach Elementary School (rated 4.1/10, 23.0 miles away, in nearby Pacific Beach), a more accessible option. For more schools in Forks, see our Forks schools guide .
Nearby Schools
11 within 36.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Taholah High School Taholah | 13.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Taholah Elementary & Middle School Taholah | 13.6 mi | 7.0 |
| Pacific Beach Elementary School Pacific Beach | 23.0 mi | 4.1 |
| Lake Quinault School Amanda Park | 17.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Forks Elementary School Forks | 28.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Insight School of Washington Forks | 28.8 mi | 3.4 |
| District Run Home School Forks | 28.8 mi | — |
| Forks High School Forks | 28.9 mi | 4.3 |
| Forks Middle School Forks | 29.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Quileute Tribal School La Push | 29.5 mi | — |
| Wishkah Valley Elementary/High School Aberdeen | 36.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98331 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,313
Median Home Value
$194,700
Median Rent
$850/mo
Population
5,526
College Educated
19.1%
Homeownership
59.6%
Avg Commute
19.3 min
Poverty Rate
21.8%
Median Age
43.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Queets-clearwater Elementary
What grades does Queets-clearwater Elementary serve?
Queets-clearwater Elementary serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Queets-clearwater Elementary?
Queets-clearwater Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 40 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Queets-clearwater Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Queets-clearwater Elementary is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Queets-clearwater Elementary rank in WA?
Queets-clearwater Elementary ranks #1,075 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Queets-clearwater Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Queets-clearwater Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 Queets-clearwater Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Queets-clearwater Elementary has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 27% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Queets-clearwater Elementary a charter school?
No, Queets-clearwater Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Queets-clearwater Elementary a Title I school?
No, Queets-clearwater Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Queets-clearwater Elementary?
87.5% of students at Queets-clearwater 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 40
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 3
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 87.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Jefferson County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.0%
- Phone
- (360) 962-2395
Resources & Links
District
Queets-Clearwater School District- District Enrollment
- 40
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,700
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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