Summary:
Zip code 98563 in Montesano, Washington, is served by three public schools within the highly-rated Montesano School District, covering grades from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade for a community with notable economic need.
The schools in this area generally perform well above state averages, with Simpson Avenue Elementary (grades 3-6) standing out for its strong math and science scores, while Montesano Junior-Senior High (grades 7-12) excels with an exceptional 94% graduation rate, far surpassing the state average. Beacon Avenue Elementary School (grades PK-2) focuses on early learning with the smallest class sizes and highest per-student spending in the group.
A key point for parents to note is a significant drop in math proficiency between the elementary and junior-senior high school, which the district may want to address. Despite this, the district as a whole is strong, ranking in the top 20% statewide, and all schools maintain 4-star ratings, demonstrating consistent quality even with higher-than-average rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch.
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