Lewis County Schools & Education
Lewis County, Washington
School Score
47/100
Higher = better
Rating
Average
Graduation Rate
82.8%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
82.8%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 81.4%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,019
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,250
School Score
47/100
Higher = better
State avg 51/100
State School Rank
#25
of 39 counties (1 = best)
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Education Overview
About Schools in Lewis County, Washington
A Broad Rural School System
Lewis County manages 43 public schools across 13 districts, serving a total of 12,289 students. High schools are particularly numerous here, with 19 campuses serving the region's older students. The county's education system is distributed across many small, local districts rather than a single large entity.
Steady Growth in Student Success
The county maintains an 82.8% graduation rate, which is slightly better than the Washington state average. Spending sits at $9,019 per pupil, trailing the state average but maintaining a competitive school score of 54.1. This indicates that local schools are performing efficiently within their budget constraints.
Centralia and Chehalis Lead the Way
Centralia and Chehalis are the heavy hitters, serving 3,440 and 3,012 students respectively. Together, these two districts represent over half of the county's total enrollment across 17 schools. No charter schools currently operate in Lewis County, keeping the focus on traditional public districts.
Rural Tradition and Mid-Sized Schools
With 28 rural and 15 town schools, the average enrollment per school is 307 students. Centralia High School is the largest in the county with 986 students, while many other campuses are significantly smaller. This creates a balance between traditional town high schools and very small rural primary schools.
Family-Focused Living in Lewis County
Lewis County provides a stable educational environment with graduation rates that consistently beat the state average. Families should look toward the Chehalis and Centralia corridors for the widest variety of school levels and extracurriculars. Real estate value in these hubs is bolstered by the presence of the county's largest and most resource-rich districts.
School Overview
Total Schools
43
in Lewis County
Total Enrollment
12,289
students
School Districts
13
districts
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Type Breakdown
13 School Districts in Lewis County
Centralia School District
Chehalis School District
Onalaska School District
Winlock School District
Toledo School District
Napavine School District
Adna School District
Mossyrock School District
Morton School District
White Pass School District
43 Public Schools in Lewis County
| School Name | District | Grades | Type | Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Centralia High School | Centralia School District | 9–12 | High | 986 |
| W F West High School | Chehalis School District | 9–12 | High | 946 |
| Orin C Smith Elementary School | Chehalis School District | 3–5 | Primary | 665 |
| Chehalis Middle School | Chehalis School District | 6–8 | Middle | 635 |
| James W Lintott Elementary School | Chehalis School District | PK–2 | Primary | 617 |
| Centralia Middle School | Centralia School District | 7–8 | Middle | 549 |
| Fords Prairie Elementary | Centralia School District | KG–6 | Primary | 448 |
| Winlock Miller Elementary | Winlock School District | PK–5 | Primary | 442 |
| Napavine Jr Sr High School | Napavine School District | 7–12 | High | 425 |
| Jefferson Lincoln Elementary | Centralia School District | KG–6 | Primary | 418 |
| Onalaska Elementary School | Onalaska School District | PK–5 | Primary | 413 |
| Toledo Elementary School | Toledo School District | PK–5 | Primary | 393 |
| Napavine Elementary | Napavine School District | PK–6 | Primary | 389 |
| Adna Middle/High School | Adna School District | 6–12 | High | 385 |
| Oakview Elementary School | Centralia School District | KG–6 | Primary | 356 |
| Washington Elementary School | Centralia School District | KG–6 | Primary | 309 |
| Mossyrock Elementary School | Mossyrock School District | KG–6 | Primary | 307 |
| Edison Elementary | Centralia School District | KG–6 | Primary | 281 |
| Mossyrock Jr./Sr. High School | Mossyrock School District | 7–12 | High | 273 |
| Pe Ell School | Pe Ell School District | PK–12 | Other | 271 |
Educational Attainment
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,019
State avg $9,250
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Frequently Asked Questions
Schools in Lewis County, Washington — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Lewis County, Washington?
Lewis County manages 43 public schools across 13 districts, serving a total of 12,289 students. High schools are particularly numerous here, with 19 campuses serving the region's older students. The county's education system is distributed across many small, local districts rather than a single large entity.
How do schools in Lewis County perform academically?
The county maintains an 82.8% graduation rate, which is slightly better than the Washington state average. Spending sits at $9,019 per pupil, trailing the state average but maintaining a competitive school score of 54.1. This indicates that local schools are performing efficiently within their budget constraints.
What are the major school districts in Lewis County, Washington?
Centralia and Chehalis are the heavy hitters, serving 3,440 and 3,012 students respectively. Together, these two districts represent over half of the county's total enrollment across 17 schools. No charter schools currently operate in Lewis County, keeping the focus on traditional public districts.
What is the school experience like in Lewis County?
With 28 rural and 15 town schools, the average enrollment per school is 307 students. Centralia High School is the largest in the county with 986 students, while many other campuses are significantly smaller. This creates a balance between traditional town high schools and very small rural primary schools.
How can I find homes near good schools in Lewis County, Washington?
Lewis County provides a stable educational environment with graduation rates that consistently beat the state average. Families should look toward the Chehalis and Centralia corridors for the widest variety of school levels and extracurriculars. Real estate value in these hubs is bolstered by the presence of the county's largest and most resource-rich districts.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.