Excellent
#270 of 2,225 schools in WA
Top 12% in state
Willapa Elementary
Elementary School · Willapa Valley School District
PO Box 128, Menlo, WA 98561
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
183
Student-Teacher
18.3:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Menlo
#1 of 2
public schools
Washington elementary schools
#251 of 1,202
In district
#1 of 2
Willapa Valley School District
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Exceptional
About Willapa Elementary
Willapa Elementary is a public elementary school in Menlo, WA, part of the Willapa Valley School District. The school serves approximately 183 students in grades Pre-K – 5th with a student-teacher ratio of 18.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 87.9th percentile among WA schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 49% proficiency in math, 4 points above the state average and 52% in reading/language arts, 2 points above the state average. The school scores particularly well in student growth (9.4/10). The school is situated in a remote rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 183 students, Willapa Elementary is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
Located in a rural area, Willapa Elementary may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.
Score Breakdown
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Willapa Elementary — Students at Willapa Elementary score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.7%
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 Willapa Elementary Compares
See how Willapa Elementary performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has improved from 42% (2019) to 51.3% (2024). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 57% (2019) to 52.6% (2024).
Location
PO Box 128, Menlo, WA 98561
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willapa Elementary may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Raymond Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Raymond), with a very similar rating. Another option is Beacon Avenue Elementary School (rated 7.5/10, 21.7 miles away, in nearby Montesano), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Cosmopolis Elementary School (rated 7.4/10, 19.8 miles away, in nearby Cosmopolis), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Menlo, see our Menlo schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 22.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Willapa Valley Middle-High Menlo | 3.6 mi | 5.4 |
| Raymond Jr Sr High School Raymond | 2.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Raymond Elementary School Raymond | 2.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Mike Morris Elementary South Bend | 6.1 mi | 7.3 |
| South Bend High School South Bend | 6.1 mi | 6.8 |
| Pacific Virtual Learning South Bend | 6.1 mi | — |
| North River School Cosmopolis | 11.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Central Park Elementary Aberdeen | 20.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Cosmopolis Elementary School Cosmopolis | 19.8 mi | 7.4 |
| GRAYS HARBOR ADVENTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montesano | 20.7 mi | — |
| Miller Junior High Aberdeen | 20.8 mi | 3.5 |
| Simpson Avenue Elementary Montesano | 21.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Montesano Jr-Sr High Montesano | 21.5 mi | 4.6 |
| Stevens Elementary School Aberdeen | 21.0 mi | 5.3 |
| Beacon Avenue Elementary School Montesano | 21.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Grays Harbor Juvenile Detention Aberdeen | 21.6 mi | — |
| Naselle-Grays River Valley Elementary Naselle | 21.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Naselle-Grays River Valley Jr Sr High Schools Naselle | 21.7 mi | 4.7 |
| J M Weatherwax High School Aberdeen | 22.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Harbor Junior/Senior High School Aberdeen | 22.0 mi | 5.5 |
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CEDAR CREST ACADEMY BELLEWOOD Bellevue, WA | 8.3 |
| John Rogers Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.3 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 8.3 |
| THE MERIDIAN SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 8.3 |
| VISITATION CATHOLIC STEM ACADEMY Tacoma, WA | 8.3 |
| Waitsburg Elementary School Waitsburg, WA | 8.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willapa Elementary
What grades does Willapa Elementary serve?
Willapa Elementary serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Willapa Elementary?
Willapa Elementary has an enrollment of approximately 183 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willapa Elementary?
The student-teacher ratio at Willapa Elementary is 18.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Willapa Elementary rank in WA?
Willapa Elementary is ranked #270 out of 2,225 schools in WA.
What is Willapa Elementary's MySchoolScout rating?
Willapa Elementary has a composite rating of 8.3 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 Willapa Elementary?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Willapa Elementary has 49.3% math proficiency and 52.3% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Willapa Elementary a charter school?
No, Willapa Elementary is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Willapa Elementary a Title I school?
No, Willapa Elementary is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Willapa Elementary?
43.7% of students at Willapa 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
- 183
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 18.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Pacific County
- Phone
- (360) 942-3311
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
Willapa Valley School District- District Enrollment
- 369
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,619
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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