Summary:
Zip code 99109 in Chewelah, WA, is served by the Chewelah School District and includes four public schools spanning grades K-12, with a total enrollment of about 799 students.
Among these schools, Jenkins Junior/Senior High stands out as a notable success story, having rapidly improved to a 4-star rating and achieving a 94% graduation rate that exceeds state averages. Gess Elementary also shows strengths, particularly in science proficiency and maintaining the lowest student-teacher ratio in the district. In comparison, Quartzite Learning and Chewelah Open Doors Reengagement Program serve important alternative education roles, with Quartzite supporting a higher-need population.
The district shows a clear strength in science education but faces a shared challenge in math proficiency, especially in middle school grades. While Jenkins High's improvement and high graduation rate are impressive, the analysis suggests the district could benefit from applying successful strategies across all schools and focusing on targeted math support. Overall, the schools provide a range of programs, with Jenkins and Gess demonstrating strong performance in key areas for families to consider.
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