Serving 140 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Willapa Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is lower than the Washington state level of 17:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in WA
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Willapa Elementary's attendance zone covers the entire district within Menlo, WA, encompassing approximately 289.4 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 12.7 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 21.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Willapa Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Willapa Elementary School's student population of 140 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Willapa Elementary School 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 Willapa Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#974 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
17:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
13%
27%
Black
n/a
5%
White
73%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
13%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.7%
34.7%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
39%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
19%
9%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Willapa Elementary School's ranking?
Willapa Elementary School is ranked #974 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Willapa Elementary School often compared to?
Willapa Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Raymond Elementary School, Mike Morris Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
How many students attend Willapa Elementary School?
140 students attend Willapa Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Willapa Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Willapa Elementary School?
Willapa Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is lower than the Washington state average of 17:1.
What grades does Willapa Elementary School offer ?
Willapa Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Willapa Elementary School part of?
Willapa Elementary School is part of Willapa Valley School District.
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