Very Good
#823 of 2,228 schools in WA
Top 37% in state
Taholah Elementary & Middle School
Elementary School · Taholah School District
PO Box 249, Taholah, WA 98587
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
116
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#823 of 2,228
In Taholah
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
Taholah School District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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Taholah Elementary & Middle School
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About Taholah Elementary & Middle School
Taholah Elementary & Middle School is a public elementary school in Taholah, WA, part of Taholah School District. Taholah Elementary & Middle School serves approximately 116 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Taholah Elementary & Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #823 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Taholah Elementary & Middle School show 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 116 students, Taholah Elementary & Middle School 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 Taholah Elementary & Middle School 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.
Taholah Elementary & Middle School 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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Taholah Elementary & Middle School — Students at Taholah Elementary & Middle School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 26%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 25 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: 8.5/10.
How Taholah Elementary & Middle School Compares
See how Taholah Elementary & Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
PO Box 249, Taholah, WA 98587
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taholah Elementary & Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Central Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 31.3 miles away, in nearby Hoquiam), with a comparable rating. Another option is Queets-Clearwater Elementary (rated 6.4/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Forks), with a comparable rating. Additionally, A J West Elementary (rated 6.2/10, 33.3 miles away, in nearby Aberdeen), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Taholah, see our Taholah schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 33.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Taholah High School Taholah | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| Pacific Beach Elementary School Pacific Beach | 10.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Queets-Clearwater Elementary Forks | 13.6 mi | 6.4 |
| North Beach Senior High School Ocean Shores | 23.3 mi | 5.5 |
| North Beach Junior High School Ocean Shores | 23.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Ocean Shores Elementary Ocean Shores | 26.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Lake Quinault School Amanda Park | 19.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Ocosta Elementary School Westport | 34.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Ocosta Junior - Senior High Westport | 34.4 mi | 5.4 |
| Ocosta ALE Westport | 34.4 mi | — |
| Hoquiam High School Hoquiam | 30.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Hoquiam Middle School Hoquiam | 30.7 mi | 4.5 |
| Emerson Elementary Hoquiam | 30.9 mi | 5.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary Hoquiam | 30.8 mi | 4.9 |
| Central Elementary School Hoquiam | 31.3 mi | 6.6 |
| Hoquiam Homelink School Hoquiam | 32.3 mi | 5.4 |
| A J West Elementary Aberdeen | 33.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Hopkins Elementary Aberdeen | 33.4 mi | 5.0 |
| Harbor Junior/Senior High School Aberdeen | 33.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Grays Harbor Academy Aberdeen | 33.4 mi | 3.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98587 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$48,333
Median Home Value
$107,600
Median Rent
$702/mo
Population
947
College Educated
6.4%
Homeownership
79.9%
Avg Commute
10.4 min
Poverty Rate
29.9%
Median Age
38.1
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|---|---|
| ST CECILIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bainbridge Island, WA | 7.0 |
| ST JOSEPH CATHOLIC SCHOOL-WENATCHEE Wenatchee, WA | 7.0 |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Longview, WA | 7.0 |
| Wellpinit Elementary School Wellpinit, WA | 7.0 |
| BELLEVUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bellevue, WA | 6.9 |
| CEDAR RIVER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Renton, WA | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taholah Elementary & Middle School
What grades does Taholah Elementary & Middle School serve?
Taholah Elementary & Middle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Taholah Elementary & Middle School?
Taholah Elementary & Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taholah Elementary & Middle School?
The student-teacher ratio at Taholah Elementary & Middle School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taholah Elementary & Middle School rank in WA?
Taholah Elementary & Middle School ranks #823 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Taholah Elementary & Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?
Taholah Elementary & Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Taholah Elementary & Middle School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taholah Elementary & Middle School has 9% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 15% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
Is Taholah Elementary & Middle School a charter school?
No, Taholah Elementary & Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taholah Elementary & Middle School a Title I school?
No, Taholah Elementary & Middle School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taholah Elementary & Middle School?
81.9% of students at Taholah Elementary & Middle 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 116
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Grays Harbor County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 58.6%
- Phone
- (360) 276-4780
Resources & Links
District
Taholah School District- District Enrollment
- 181
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,101
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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