Excellent
#273 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 12% in state
Wallace Elementary
Elementary School · Kelso School District
1213 S 5th Ave, Kelso, WA 98626
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Kelso
#3 of 9
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#254 of 1,202
In district
#3 of 11
Kelso School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Wallace Elementary
Wallace Elementary is a public elementary school in Kelso, WA, part of the Kelso School District. The school serves approximately 386 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 15.4:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.2/10, placing it in the 87.8th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 28% proficiency in math, 18 points below the state average and 33% in reading/language arts, 17 points below the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.4/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $70,058, where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a small city setting.
Score Breakdown
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Wallace Elementary — Students at Wallace Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores WA SBA (2023-24)
Based on 13 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: 9.4/10.
How Wallace Elementary Compares
See how Wallace Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 27% (2019) to 27.9% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has improved from 32% (2019) to 34.9% (2024).
Location
1213 S 5th Ave, Kelso, WA 98626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wallace Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Rose Valley Elementary (rated 8.2/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Butler Acres Elementary (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Northlake Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Longview), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Kelso, see our Kelso schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cowlitz County Youth Services Center Longview | 0.5 mi | — |
| Broadway Learning Center Longview | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| Special Education Kelso | 1.0 mi | — |
| Rose Valley Elementary Kelso | 1.1 mi | 8.2 |
| Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design Kelso | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| Huntington Middle School Kelso | 1.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Kelso High School Kelso | 1.2 mi | 4.7 |
| Loowit High School Kelso | 1.3 mi | — |
| Butler Acres Elementary Kelso | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Coweeman Middle School Kelso | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Barnes Elementary Kelso | 1.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Mark Morris High School Longview | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| Kessler Elementary School Longview | 1.6 mi | 7.6 |
| Northlake Elementary School Longview | 1.7 mi | 7.7 |
| BIG LEAF MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longview | 1.6 mi | — |
| Columbia Heights Elementary Longview | 2.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Cascade Middle School Longview | 2.1 mi | 5.9 |
| THREE RIVERS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Longview | 2.0 mi | 5.3 |
| ST ROSE SCHOOL Longview | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| R A Long High School Longview | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98626 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,058
Median Home Value
$339,800
Median Rent
$1,169/mo
Population
26,948
College Educated
14.9%
Homeownership
68.1%
Avg Commute
23.4 min
Poverty Rate
12.6%
Median Age
40.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Wallace Elementary has a median household income of $70,058. It is a community where 15% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $339,800, with a median rent of $1,169/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.6%. The average commute for residents is 23 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 |
|---|---|
| Ahtanum Valley Elementary Yakima, WA | 8.2 |
| Arrowhead Elementary Kenmore, WA | 8.2 |
| B F Day Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.2 |
| Basin City Elem Connell, WA | 8.2 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Yakima, WA | 8.2 |
| Crestwood Elementary Bonney Lake, WA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wallace Elementary
What grades does Wallace Elementary serve?
Wallace Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wallace Elementary?
Wallace Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 386 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallace Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Wallace Elementary is 15.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wallace Elementary rank in WA?
Wallace Elementary is ranked #273 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Wallace Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wallace Elementary has a composite rating of 8.2 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 Wallace Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Wallace Elementary has 27.8% math proficiency and 33.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Wallace Elementary a charter school?
No, Wallace Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wallace Elementary a Title I school?
No, Wallace Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wallace Elementary?
89.9% of students at Wallace 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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Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 386
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 25
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Cowlitz County
- Phone
- (360) 501-1650
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Kelso School District- District Enrollment
- 4,949
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,984
- District Rank
- #3 of 11
Other Schools in This District
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