Summary:
The Washougal School District is home to two middle schools, Jemtegaard Middle School and Canyon Creek Middle School, both serving grades 6-8 in a district ranked in the top third statewide.
These two schools have distinct strengths. Jemtegaard Middle School is the larger, higher-ranked school and is a clear leader in English Language Arts, with proficiency rates well above both the district and state averages; it also shows a strong, consistent pattern of improvement in its state ranking over recent years. Canyon Creek Middle School, while smaller, is a standout in science, with an exceptional 75% of 8th graders proficient, and it demonstrates remarkable academic growth, with student proficiency rates in math and ELA increasing dramatically from 6th to 8th grade.
When comparing the schools, Jemtegaard operates with a lower student-teacher ratio, while Canyon Creek has significantly higher per-student spending. Both schools outperform Washington state averages in math and science, providing a solid academic foundation. The contrasting profiles suggest parents may consider which academic specialty or school environment best fits their child, as both cultivate different areas of excellence within the Washougal School District.
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