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Trout Lake Elementary

Q: Is Trout Lake Elementary a good school?

Trout Lake Elementary ranks 334 th of 1160 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

Public Grades K-4

334^th

SchoolDigger Rank ?

of 1,160 Washington Elementary Schools

Better than 71% of Washington elementary schools

Summary

Trout Lake Elementary is a small, rural public school serving about 79 students in grades K-4 within the Trout Lake School District, and it stands out for its strong academic performance and remarkable improvement over recent years.

The school consistently outperforms state averages, especially in math, and has shown one of the most impressive turnarounds in the region, climbing from a low ranking to now being in the top third of Washington schools. It achieves these strong results with moderate per-student spending, suggesting efficient use of resources, and benefits from a favorable student-teacher ratio that allows for personalized attention. While the school's test scores can vary year-to-year, they remain well above average, and performance is consistent across different grade levels.

Compared to nearby schools like Hulan L Whitson Elementary, Mill A Elementary School, and Glenwood Elementary, Trout Lake serves a student population with a lower rate of economic need and maintains a mid-size enrollment that may offer a good balance between program offerings and individual focus. Parents should note that the student-teacher ratio has increased recently, and the school's demographics are shifting, which are important factors to watch for the future.

Students ?

14.6

Student/teacher ratio ?

$21,959

Per pupil spending ?

32.9%

Free/discounted lunch ?

2310 Hwy 141
Trout Lake, WA 98650

(509) 395-2571

District: Trout Lake School District

Students who attend Trout Lake Elementary usually attend:

High:

Trout Lake School

Racial breakdown:

White:

93.7%

Hispanic:

6.3%

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At a glance

▲ Ranking trend: Improving — 29th percentile in 2012 → 71st in 2025

Strengths

✓Test scores above the Washington average (58% vs 48% meeting standards)

✓Ranking is trending up — up 42 percentile points since 2012

✓Above the Washington median (71st percentile)

Worth a look

!Some student groups rank well below the school's overall statewide standing

Students meeting standards (2024-2025) ?

This school58%

District avg44%

Washington avg48%

334^th of 1,160

Washington public elementary schools ?

Top 29%▲ up 29 pts since 2015

From bottom 42% (2015) to top 29% (2025)

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★★★★★

SchoolDigger rating ?

79^th of 247Trout Lake School District among Washington districts

Statewide rank percentile over time (100 = the top-ranked school in the state; click a legend item to add a student group)

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All Students

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Washington percentile	Rating
2025	68.1	334 of 1160	71.2%	★★★★☆
2023	79.5	223 of 1169	80.9%	★★★★☆
2022	87.7	140 of 1169	88.0%	★★★★☆
2019	74.3	280 of 1130	75.2%	★★★★☆
2018	30.1	761 of 1054	27.8%	★☆☆☆☆
2017	53.2	503 of 1056	52.4%	★★★☆☆
2016	43.5	612 of 1053	41.9%	★★☆☆☆
2015	43.4	620 of 1067	41.9%	★★☆☆☆
2013	55.6	519 of 1106	53.1%	★★★☆☆
2012	36.3	774 of 1097	29.4%	★☆☆☆☆
2011	80.2	149 of 1092	86.4%	★★★★☆
2010	64.7	351 of 1088	67.7%	★★★☆☆
2009	72.8	245 of 1072	77.1%	★★★★☆
2008	57.7	464 of 1067	56.5%	★★★☆☆
2007	44.9	624 of 1069	41.6%	★★☆☆☆
2006	34.3	745 of 1051	29.1%	★☆☆☆☆
2004	34.2	713 of 1026	30.5%	★★☆☆☆

White

Year	Avg score	Statewide rank	Washington percentile	Rating
2023	62.3	372 of 1011	63.2%	★★★☆☆
2022	85.1	117 of 1031	88.7%	★★★★☆
2019	59.4	423 of 1027	58.8%	★★★☆☆

How student groups rank statewide ? (each group's percentile vs the same group at other schools — higher is better; the +/- beside each compares the group with this school's overall percentile)

White (2023)63rd percentile-18 vs school

By subject vs Washington (2024-2025) ?

English Language Arts59%+6 vs state

Math57%+15 vs state

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School													Students/Teachers											Ranking (2025)				Ranking (2024)				WCAS Science (2025)	SBAC English Language Arts (2025)			SBAC Math (2025)			% Completely Immunized (2024)	% Polio (2024)	% Measles (2024)	% Mumps (2024)	% Rubella (2024)	% Diphtheria (2024)	% Hepatitis B (2024)	% Varicella (2024)	% Pertussis (2024)	% Tetanus (2024)	Per Pupil Expenditures (2024)
Name	Type	Grades	Address	City	Zip	County	District	Is Charter	Is Magnet	Is Virtual	Is Title I	Phone	Enrollment	Full-time Teachers	Student/ Teacher Ratio	Free/Discounted Lunch Recipients	White	Black	Hispanic	Asian	American Indian	Pacific Islander	Two or More Races	Average Standard Score (2025)	Statewide Rank (2025)	State Percentile (2025)	SchoolDigger Rating (2025)	Average Standard Score (2024)	Statewide Rank (2024)	State Percentile (2024)	Rank Change from Previous Year	WCAS Science All Grades	SBAC English Language Arts 3rd Grade	SBAC English Language Arts 4th Grade	SBAC English Language Arts All Grades	SBAC Math 3rd Grade	SBAC Math 4th Grade	SBAC Math All Grades	% Completely Immunized KG	% Polio KG	% Measles KG	% Mumps KG	% Rubella KG	% Diphtheria KG	% Hepatitis B KG	% Varicella KG	% Pertussis KG	% Tetanus KG	Per Pupil Expenditures Total	Sub-total from Federal Funds	Sub-total from State/Local Funds
Trout Lake Elementary	Public	K-4	2310 Hwy 141	Trout Lake	98650	Klickitat County	Trout Lake School District	No	No	No	Yes	(509) 395-2571	79	5	14.6	32.9%	74 (93.7%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (6.3%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	68.1	334^th of 1160 public elementary schools	71.2%					(n/a)		57.9	60.0	58.6	55.6	60.0	57.1	81.3	81.3	81.3	81.3	81.3	81.3	81.3	81.3	81.3	81.3	$21,959	$1,099	$20,860
Glenwood Elementary	Public	PK, KG-6	320 Bunnell St.	Glenwood	98619	Klickitat County	Glenwood School District	No	No	No	No	(509) 364-3438	33	3	9.4	51.5%	24 (72.7%)	0 (0.0%)	1 (3.0%)	0 (0.0%)	3 (9.1%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (15.2%)								(n/a)																		$47,010	$1,074	$45,936
Mill A Elementary School	Public	K-8	1142 Jessup Road	Cook	98605	Skamania County	Mill A School District	No	No	No	Yes	(509) 538-2700	43	4	10.8	41.9%	35 (81.4%)	0 (0.0%)	5 (11.6%)	0 (0.0%)	0 (0.0%)	2 (4.7%)	1 (2.3%)								(n/a)	61.5			63.0			39.3											$26,321	$1,454	$24,867
Hulan L Whitson Elementary	Public	K-4	450 N Main Street	White Salmon	98672	Klickitat County	White Salmon Valley School District	No	No	No	No	(509) 493-1560	352	21	16.5	45.7%	220 (62.5%)	1 (0.3%)	106 (30.1%)	3 (0.9%)	2 (0.6%)	0 (0.0%)	20 (5.7%)	62.8	401^st of 1160 public elementary schools	65.4%		47.8	589^th of 1168 public elementary schools	49.6%	188		52.1	57.7	54.1	53.2	59.6	55.5	85.5	88.7	95.2	95.2	95.2	91.9	88.7	91.9	91.9	91.9	$19,219	$784	$18,435

Frequently Asked Questions about Trout Lake Elementary

Is Trout Lake Elementary a good school?

Trout Lake Elementary ranks 334^th of 1160 Washington elementary schools. SchoolDigger rates this school 4 stars out of 5.

How many students attend Trout Lake Elementary?

In the 2024-25 school year, 79 students attended Trout Lake Elementary.

What schools do graduates of Trout Lake Elementary attend?

Students who attend Trout Lake Elementary usually go on to attend:

High : Trout Lake School

What district is Trout Lake Elementary in?

Trout Lake School District

What is the racial makeup of Trout Lake Elementary?

Students at Trout Lake Elementary are 94% White, 6% Hispanic.

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