ORONDO ELEMENTARY AND MIDDLE SCHOOL

Orondo Elementary and Middle School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Orondo School District school district, located in ORONDO, WA with about 184 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th 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 11 teachers, Orondo Elementary and Middle School has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

Orondo Elementary and Middle School is a small, rural public school located in the unincorporated community of Orondo, Washington, situated along the banks of the Columbia River. As the sole school within the Orondo School District, it serves a close-knit community, providing K-8 education to a modest student population. Due to its size and remote location, the school emphasizes a personalized approach to learning, fostering a supportive environment where teachers and staff can closely track individual student progress and development.

The school functions as a central hub for the Orondo area, focusing on foundational academic skills while leveraging its intimate setting to encourage student engagement and participation. By maintaining a small student-to-teacher ratio, the institution strives to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, preparing them for the transition to high school in neighboring districts. For families in the region, the school represents a vital community asset committed to providing accessible public education in a scenic, agricultural-based setting.

For more information, contact Orondo Elementary and Middle School at (509) 784-1333 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.