Willapa Valley Middle-high

Willapa Valley Middle-High is a regular public school located in the remote rural community of Menlo, Washington. Serving students from sixth grade through twelfth grade, this small school has an enrollment of 186 students and maintains a student-to-teacher ratio of 13.3:1 with 14 full-time equivalent teachers. The school’s MySchoolScout rating is 3.7 out of 10, placing it in the 21st percentile among Washington state schools.

Academically, Willapa Valley Middle-High focuses on student development rather than solely emphasizing test scores. In English Language Arts (ELA) and reading, 46% of students are proficient or above, while in math, 30% meet proficiency standards. Science performance is at a similar level with 28% of students scoring proficient or above.

The school’s rural setting offers a close-knit community atmosphere where teachers can provide individualized attention to each student. While the academic scores may suggest areas for improvement, Willapa Valley Middle-High aims to foster a supportive learning environment that encourages growth and development in its diverse range of students.

With an enrollment of 186 students, Willapa Valley Middle-high 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 Valley Middle-high 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.