Serving 126 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Taholah Elementary & Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 126 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Taholah Elementary & Middle School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, covering approximately 321.9 square miles in Taholah, WA. Families in this area can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 12.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 19.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taholah Elementary & Middle School's student population of 126 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
126 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
School Rankings
Taholah Elementary & Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Taholah Elementary & Middle School is 0.45, 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
#2083 out of 2088 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
53%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
17:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 16-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
72%
1%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
27%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
12%
9%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)54%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
3%
8%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taholah Elementary & Middle School's ranking?
Taholah Elementary & Middle School is ranked #2083 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Taholah Elementary & Middle School?
126 students attend Taholah Elementary & Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Taholah Elementary & Middle School students are American Indian, 16% of students are Hispanic, and 12% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taholah Elementary & Middle School?
Taholah Elementary & Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Taholah Elementary & Middle School offer ?
Taholah Elementary & Middle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Taholah Elementary & Middle School part of?
Taholah Elementary & Middle School is part of Taholah School District.
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