Ocosta Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westport, Washington, operated by the Ocosta School District.
Serving 9 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Ocosta Ale ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 9 students
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ocosta Ale ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Ocosta Ale's student population of 9 students has declined by 64% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Total Students
9 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
Year Founded
1967
School Rankings
Ocosta Ale ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ocosta Ale is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#798 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
53%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
45%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
44%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
11%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
14%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ocosta Ale's ranking?
Ocosta Ale is ranked #798 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Ocosta Ale?
9 students attend Ocosta Ale.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Ocosta Ale students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, and 11% of students are Two or more races.
What grades does Ocosta Ale offer ?
Ocosta Ale offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12
What school district is Ocosta Ale part of?
Ocosta Ale is part of Ocosta School District.
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