Summary:
The St. John School District is a small, rural district in Washington with just two schools—St John Elementary (PK-5) and St John/Endicott High (9-12)—sharing a campus and serving 145 students in a tight-knit community.
Both schools consistently outperform state averages in key subjects, with the elementary school showing particular strength in math, where it scores nearly 20 points above the state average. The high school has shown steady improvement in its statewide ranking and excels in English Language Arts. A significant finding is the disparity in resources: per-student spending at the high school is over 60% higher than at the elementary level, which may support its smaller class sizes and specialized programs. Additionally, the rate of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch increases notably from elementary to high school.
While the district is strong academically, there are areas for attention. Third-grade proficiency at the elementary school is below average, indicating a potential need for targeted support in early grades. Furthermore, historical graduation rates at the high school have been below the state average, suggesting a focus on keeping students engaged through to graduation is important. Overall, the district provides a supportive learning environment with very low student-to-teacher ratios, contributing to its consistent above-average performance.
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