OAKESDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Oakesdale Elementary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Oakesdale School District school district, located in Oakesdale, WA with about 48 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 6 teachers, Oakesdale Elementary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 8:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Oakesdale Elementary School is a small, rural public school located in the town of Oakesdale, Washington. As part of the Oakesdale School District, it serves a tight-knit community in the Palouse region, emphasizing a personalized learning environment where students receive individualized attention due to the school’s modest size. The school focuses on building a strong academic foundation while fostering the close social connections characteristic of a small-town educational setting.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community, often acting as a focal point for town events and activities. By maintaining a supportive atmosphere and a commitment to core educational standards, Oakesdale Elementary aims to prepare its young students for success as they transition into the district’s junior high and high school programs. Its location on First and McCoy Streets reflects its role as a central hub for the surrounding families in the Whitman County area.

For more information, contact Oakesdale Elementary School at (509) 285-5296 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.