LAKE QUINAULT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Lake Quinault Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Lake Quinault School District school district, located in Amanda Park, WA with about 89 students offering grade levels from 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 7 teachers, Lake Quinault Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

Lake Quinault Elementary, located in Amanda Park, Washington, serves as a vital educational pillar for the rural community situated within the Olympic National Forest. As part of the Lake Quinault School District, the school emphasizes a close-knit learning environment that leverages its unique geographic location. Because of its proximity to the Quinault Rainforest and Lake Quinault, the school often incorporates place-based learning, encouraging students to engage with the natural environment and local heritage as part of their academic experience.

The school is characterized by its small class sizes and a personalized approach to instruction, which allows faculty to address the individual needs of students in a tight-knit, multi-generational community. Being a remote school, it acts as a central hub for local families, prioritizing a supportive atmosphere that fosters academic growth while maintaining strong ties to the surrounding wilderness area. Its mission focuses on preparing students for future success while instilling a sense of responsibility toward their unique local ecosystem and community values.

For more information, contact Lake Quinault Elementary at (360) 288-2414 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.