WILLAPA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Willapa Elementary is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Willapa Valley School District school district, located in Raymond, WA with about 169 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 9 teachers, Willapa Elementary has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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.

Willapa Elementary, located in the small, coastal-oriented community of Raymond, Washington, serves as a foundational educational institution for the local area. As part of the Raymond School District, the school focuses on providing a supportive learning environment for children in their formative years, emphasizing core academics, social development, and the cultivation of essential literacy and numeracy skills. The school reflects the tight-knit nature of the Pacific County region, fostering a sense of community engagement and personalized attention that is often characteristic of smaller, rural school settings.

Beyond its standard curriculum, Willapa Elementary is committed to preparing its students for future academic success by balancing traditional instruction with modern educational strategies. The school serves as a central hub for local families, working to ensure that students are not only meeting state learning standards but also developing the character and citizenship skills needed to contribute positively to the Raymond community. Through its dedicated staff and community-focused approach, Willapa Elementary remains an essential pillar of the local educational landscape.

For more information, contact Willapa Elementary at (360) 942-3311 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.