Wahkiakum County Schools & Education
Wahkiakum County, Washington
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataSchool Score
85/100
Percentile-style score
Score Band
Higher Signal
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
Education Statistics
Graduation Rate
95.0%
National avg 87.5%
State avg 81.4%
Per-Pupil Spending
$9,388
National avg $13,239
State avg $9,250
School Score
85/100
Percentile-style score
State avg 51/100
State Score Position
#1
of 39 counties by score
Education Data Brief: Wahkiakum County
Measured School Summary
Wahkiakum County has a higher measured school signal with a school score of 85/100 and a graduation rate of 95.0%, based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-score inputs.
Funding Context
Wahkiakum County spends $9,388 per student, which is on the lower end of adequate and may require careful resource allocation to maintain quality.
Neighbor Context
Its school score is 66% above the Washington average, and its graduation rate exceeds the state average by 13.6 percentage points, while per-pupil spending is 1% higher than the state norm.
School Data Brief
How to read Wahkiakum County before comparing districts
County-level education data is best used as a screening layer. It summarizes the local school environment, then points you toward the district and school records that matter for local review.
Local context that changes the interpretation
2 public schools and 1 district are represented below. Use those school and district records to confirm whether the county-level context fits the neighborhoods you are actually considering.
Overall screen
85/100
Higher measured signal. Ranks #1 of 39 Washington counties with school score data.
Completion
95.0%
13.6 pts above the state average
Funding context
$9,388
$138 above the state average
School coverage
2
1 district represented in the county school list.
Start with measured county context
This county screens well on the combined school metrics available here. Compare the score, graduation rate, and spending together rather than treating any single metric as final.
Check the local school mix
Wahkiakum County has 2 public schools across 1 district, so school-level fit can vary inside the county.
Verify local rules
Use this page as county-level context, then confirm attendance zones, transportation, special programs, and current school boundaries with local districts.
What Wahkiakum County school data means before you move
County averages are useful for screening, but parents choose addresses, grade pathways, and district rules. This brief turns the public data into the checks that matter before you sign a lease or mortgage.
Small-system county
Wahkiakum County has a compact public-school footprint. A single school change, boundary rule, or district update can move the lived experience more than the county score suggests.
State position
#1
of 39 Washington counties with school score data. The county score is 34 points above the state average.
Data confidence
Usable
3 of 5 county signals are present, and 100% of listed schools report enrollment. Compare schools, then verify missing fields locally.
K-12 continuity check
These are the largest visible district slices in the county data. They show whether elementary, middle, and high school records appear together or whether a family needs to investigate transition points.
Wahkiakum School District
Elementary and high visible
431 students
2 listed schools in this county slice.
District reality check
Wahkiakum School District is the largest listed district slice, with 2 schools. County pages do not prove address assignment, so verify boundaries with local district tools.
What the data cannot tell you
NCES records do not confirm current attendance zones, private-school options, transfer approvals, program capacity, transportation, or whether a listed school is available to a specific address.
Questions to ask before choosing an address
Which district actually serves the addresses we are considering in Wahkiakum County?
Which attendance zones, transfer rules, and transportation policies apply inside the local district?
Where do students transition after the visible grade band, and is that next school inside the same district path?
If we need a program not visible in the NCES flags, which district office can confirm current offerings?
Are the largest listed schools the ones our address can actually attend, or are they only county-level context?
Education Overview
About Schools in Wahkiakum County, Washington
This context is screened for neutral school-data wording and should be read alongside the current metrics on this page. It is not school advice.
Intimate Learning in a Single District
Wahkiakum County operates just two public schools within a single school district, serving 431 total students. This small-scale infrastructure includes one elementary/middle campus and one high school.
Elite Graduation Rates and High Investment
The county achieves an impressive 95.0% graduation rate, far exceeding the national average of 87.0%. Investment is also high, with per-pupil spending at $9,388, which is above the Washington state average.
A Unified Wahkiakum School District
The Wahkiakum School District manages all education in the county with zero charter schools in operation. This centralized approach ensures a consistent experience for all 431 students from kindergarten through graduation.
The Quintessential Rural Education Experience
Both schools are located in rural settings, fostering a close-knit environment where the average school size is 216 students. Julius A. Wendt Elementary is the largest campus, providing a home for 271 students.
School Overview
Total Schools
2
in Wahkiakum County
Reported Enrollment
431
2 schools reporting
School Districts
1
district
Charter Schools
0
0% of total
School Level Breakdown
1 School District in Wahkiakum County
Wahkiakum School District
2 Public Schools in Wahkiakum County
Sorted by reported enrollment. Every NCES public school remains listed here; no school-level profile pages are included in the current generated coverage for this county.
NCES 2022-23 public school data and FY 2022 school-finance dataLevel
Showing 2 of 2 matching schools
| School Name | Profile | District | Location | Grades | Type / Flags | Reported Enrollment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julius A Wendt Elementary/John C Thomas Middle School | Record | Wahkiakum School District | CATHLAMET, 98612Rural: Distant | KG–8 | Primary | 271 |
| Wahkiakum High School | Record | Wahkiakum School District | CATHLAMET, 98612Rural: Distant | 9–12 | High | 160 |
Education Funding Detail
Annual Per-Pupil Expenditure
$9,388
State avg $9,250
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Schools in Wahkiakum County, Washington — FAQ
What does the school system look like in Wahkiakum County, Washington?
Wahkiakum County operates just two public schools within a single school district, serving 431 total students. This small-scale infrastructure includes one elementary/middle campus and one high school.
How do schools in Wahkiakum County perform academically?
The county achieves an impressive 95.0% graduation rate, far exceeding the national average of 87.0%. Investment is also high, with per-pupil spending at $9,388, which is above the Washington state average.
What are the major school districts in Wahkiakum County, Washington?
The Wahkiakum School District manages all education in the county with zero charter schools in operation. This centralized approach ensures a consistent experience for all 431 students from kindergarten through graduation.
What is the school experience like in Wahkiakum County?
Both schools are located in rural settings, fostering a close-knit environment where the average school size is 216 students. Julius A. Wendt Elementary is the largest campus, providing a home for 271 students.
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Data Sources
Education data sourced from the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) Common Core of Data and School District Finance Survey. School scores are derived composite metrics based on available NCES graduation-rate and school-finance signals.
Data is informational only. Coverage varies by county and reporting year. Not for use as the sole basis for educational decisions.