Summary:
The Wahkiakum School District in Cathlamet, WA, consists of two schools serving 399 students from kindergarten through 12th grade, with the district ranking above average statewide.
Parents will find a notable and diverging performance trend between the two schools. Wahkiakum High School is a standout success story, showing dramatic improvement over the past few years and now earning a 4-star rating; it excels in English Language Arts and Science and boasts a graduation rate well above the state average. In contrast, Julius A Wendt Elementary/John C Thomas Middle School has seen a decline in its state ranking to a 2-star rating, with student proficiency, particularly in math, falling below state averages.
This performance gap is intriguing because both schools serve similar student populations with over half qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The elementary/middle school also receives more funding per student. Key areas for families to consider include the high school's strong upward trajectory and proven results, while the lower school shows significant variation in math scores between grade levels, indicating some inconsistency. The district's overall above-average rating is primarily driven by the high school's exceptional recent performance.
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