For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 849 students in Elma, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in Elma, WA are East Grays Harbor High School, Elma High School and Mary M. Knight School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Elma, WA public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in Elma have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Elma, WA public high school have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Elma High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Elma, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Grays Harbor High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
705 West Waldrip
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Elma High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1011 West Main
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-3121
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-3121
Gr: 9-12 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Mary M. Knight School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2987 W Matlock Brady Rd
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Gr: PK-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
705 W Waldrip
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Gr: K-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
East Grays Harbor Open Doors
Alternative School
705 W Waldrip
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Elma, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in Elma, WA include East Grays Harbor High School, Elma High School and Mary M. Knight School.
How many public high schools are located in Elma?
5 public high schools are located in Elma.
What is the racial composition of students in Elma?
Elma public high schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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