Best Public Schools in Zip Code 98612

The 98612 zip code area is home to two schools - Julius A Wendt Elementary/John C Thomas Middle School and Wahkiakum High School, both part of the Wahkiakum School District. While the schools share some similarities, such as a majority white student population and comparable per-student spending, they also exhibit distinct differences in academic performance and student demographics.

Julius A Wendt Elementary/John C Thomas Middle School stands out for its relatively high percentage of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch, at 64.94%, suggesting a more economically disadvantaged student population. The school's academic performance on state assessments has been mixed, with some grade levels exceeding state averages in ELA and Math, while others fall below. Its statewide ranking has fluctuated between 561 and 613 out of 1,169 elementary schools in Washington over the past three years, with a 2-3 star rating from SchoolDigger.

In contrast, Wahkiakum High School boasts a strong 91.6% four-year graduation rate, significantly higher than the state average. However, the school also has a relatively high 8.3% dropout rate. On state assessments, 10th-grade students at Wahkiakum High School outperform the state average in ELA, but underperform in Math. The school's statewide ranking has ranged from 187 to 309 out of 434-442 high schools in Washington over the past three years, with a 2-3 star rating from SchoolDigger.