JOHN CAMPBELL PRIMARY SCHOOL

John Campbell Primary School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Selah School District school district, located in Selah, WA with about 834 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 2nd Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 58 teachers, John Campbell Primary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

John Campbell Primary School, located in Selah, Washington, serves as a foundational educational institution for the community’s youngest learners. As a primary school, it typically focuses on early childhood development, catering to students in the earliest grade levels—generally kindergarten through second grade. The school is part of the Selah School District and is committed to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that emphasizes essential academic skills, social-emotional growth, and a positive introduction to the learning process.

The school is known for its community-oriented atmosphere, reflecting the values of the Selah area. By focusing on foundational literacy, numeracy, and character development, John Campbell Primary aims to build a strong educational baseline that prepares children for the transition to intermediate and middle school levels. With its dedicated staff and focus on early childhood pedagogy, the school remains a key pillar in the Selah district’s mission to provide comprehensive and accessible public education to its residents.

For more information, contact John Campbell Primary School at (509) 698-8100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.