Summary:
Zip code 99119 in the rural Cusick, WA area is served by three public schools within the Cusick School District, all sharing a campus at 305 Monumental Way and collectively educating about 392 students from kindergarten through 12th grade.
Among these schools, Bess Herian Elementary stands out as the strongest academic performer, with the highest test scores in the district and a consistent rise in its statewide ranking to the 51st percentile. Cusick Junior Senior High School has shown the most dramatic improvement, jumping from the 7th to the 42nd percentile in recent years, with notable strengths in 7th grade English and 10th grade Math. The alternative K-12 school, Home Pride, operates very differently, with a much higher student-teacher ratio and significantly lower per-student spending.
Overall, the district serves a community with high economic need, and while test scores are generally below state averages, both traditional schools are on clear upward trajectories. Parents should note that performance varies considerably by grade level within each school, with some grades excelling while others struggle. The district's 73% graduation rate is below the state average, but the consistent improvement in rankings suggests effective strategies are being implemented across the campus.
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