WAYNE M HENKLE MIDDLE SCHOOL

Wayne M Henkle Middle School is a Title I public middle school that is part of the White Salmon Valley School District school district, located in WHITE SALMON, WA with about 188 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade 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 10 teachers, Wayne M Henkle Middle School 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.

Wayne M. Henkle Middle School is located in the scenic Columbia River Gorge in White Salmon, Washington. Serving students in grades 6–8, the school is part of the White Salmon Valley School District. It operates as a community-focused institution that emphasizes both academic rigor and social-emotional development, striving to support students as they transition from elementary school to the more complex environment of high school.

The school is recognized for its commitment to a well-rounded educational experience, offering a curriculum that balances core subjects like math, science, and language arts with elective opportunities. Because of its location in a smaller, close-knit community, the school prides itself on fostering strong relationships between students, teachers, and parents. By leveraging the unique geography and cultural identity of the Pacific Northwest, Henkle Middle School aims to prepare its students for future academic success while encouraging them to be active, responsible members of their local community.

For more information, contact Wayne M Henkle Middle School at (509) 493-1502 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.