Summary:
The city of Westport, Washington, is served by three public schools within the Ocosta School District, all located on a shared campus and educating about 600 students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Among these schools, Ocosta Junior - Senior High stands out for its improving state ranking and an 89% graduation rate, which is above the state average, despite many students coming from economically disadvantaged households. In contrast, Ocosta Elementary School faces significant academic challenges, with proficiency rates in core subjects below state averages and a declining state ranking. The small Ocosta ALE program serves just seven students with a very low student-teacher ratio.
A key takeaway for the district is a major weakness in math instruction, with both elementary and high school students scoring well below state averages. However, the high school's strong graduation rate suggests effective support systems keep students on track. The district should focus on understanding what drives high school success to help improve elementary performance, while urgently addressing the math proficiency gap seen across all grade levels.
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