Pomeroy School District

The Pomeroy School District in Washington state consists of two schools: Pomeroy Elementary School and Pomeroy Junior Senior High School. While the elementary school is a standout performer, the high school has struggled with lower test scores and a below-average rating.

Pomeroy Elementary School consistently achieves high test scores, with 63-64% of students proficient or better in English Language Arts and Math, exceeding district and state averages. The school has maintained a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, placing it in the top 27% of elementary schools in Washington. In contrast, Pomeroy Junior Senior High School has test scores below the district and state averages, with only 46.27% of students proficient or better in ELA and 32.35% in Math. The high school has a 2-star rating, placing it in the bottom 30% of high schools in the state.

Both schools serve a population with a relatively high percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, suggesting that socioeconomic factors may play a role in the performance differences. Additionally, the elementary school has a higher student-teacher ratio, which may contribute to its stronger academic outcomes. While the high school spends more per student, this higher spending does not appear to be translating into better academic results, indicating that the allocation of funds may need to be examined.