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#1443 of 2,228 schools in WA
Wallace Elementary
Elementary School · Kelso School District
1213 S 5th Ave, Kelso, WA 98626
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
386
Student-Teacher
15.4:1
Score
5.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Washington schools
#1,443 of 2,228
In Kelso
#7 of 9
public schools
In district
#8 of 11
Kelso School District
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Wallace Elementary
Elementary School in Kelso · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Wallace Elementary
Wallace Elementary is a public elementary school in Kelso, WA, part of Kelso School District. Wallace Elementary serves approximately 386 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,443 of 2,228 schools in WA.
Structured state assessment records for Wallace Elementary show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
- This school 5.6 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
50% of students at Wallace 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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Wallace Elementary — Students at Wallace Elementary score 31% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
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 32 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: 5.1/10.
How Wallace Elementary Compares
See how Wallace 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
1213 S 5th Ave, Kelso, WA 98626
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wallace Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Butler Acres Elementary (rated 7.0/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ST ROSE SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Longview), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Barnes Elementary (rated 6.5/10, 1.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. 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 | 5.6 |
| Special Education Kelso | 1.0 mi | — |
| Rose Valley Elementary Kelso | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Kelso Goal Oriented Learning Design Kelso | 1.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Huntington Middle School Kelso | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Kelso High School Kelso | 1.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Loowit High School Kelso | 1.3 mi | — |
| Butler Acres Elementary Kelso | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Coweeman Middle School Kelso | 1.3 mi | 4.6 |
| Barnes Elementary Kelso | 1.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Mark Morris High School Longview | 1.4 mi | 3.4 |
| Kessler Elementary School Longview | 1.6 mi | 5.9 |
| Northlake Elementary School Longview | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BIG LEAF MONTESSORI SCHOOL Longview | 1.6 mi | — |
| Columbia Heights Elementary Longview | 2.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Cascade Middle School Longview | 2.1 mi | 5.4 |
| 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 | 4.4 |
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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Big Lake Elementary School Mount Vernon, WA | 5.6 |
| CHRIST THE KING SCHOOL Richland, WA | 5.6 |
| Cougar Creek Elementary School N. Lakewood, WA | 5.6 |
| Emerson Elementary Pasco, WA | 5.6 |
| Grantham Elementary Clarkston, WA | 5.6 |
| Harvard Elementary Tacoma, WA | 5.6 |
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 ranks #1,443 of 2,228 schools in WA.
What is Wallace Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Wallace Elementary has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Wallace Elementary?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallace Elementary has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2024).
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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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
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 49.5%
- Phone
- (360) 501-1650
Resources & Links
District
Kelso School District- District Enrollment
- 4,949
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $16,984
- District Rank
- #8 of 11
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