Serving 41 students in grades 7-12, Cowlitz Prairie Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the Washington state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Washington state level of 16:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 60-79% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cowlitz Prairie Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Cowlitz Prairie Academy's student population of 41 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 2 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
41 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
School Rankings
Cowlitz Prairie Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 2,088 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cowlitz Prairie Academy is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#846 out of 2088 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
16:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
9%
Hispanic
5%
26%
Black
n/a
5%
White
88%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
5%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-79%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cowlitz Prairie Academy's ranking?
Cowlitz Prairie Academy is ranked #846 out of 2,088 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Washington.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cowlitz Prairie Academy?
The graduation rate of Cowlitz Prairie Academy is 60-79%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Cowlitz Prairie Academy?
41 students attend Cowlitz Prairie Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Cowlitz Prairie Academy students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cowlitz Prairie Academy?
Cowlitz Prairie Academy has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Washington state average of 16:1.
What grades does Cowlitz Prairie Academy offer ?
Cowlitz Prairie Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Cowlitz Prairie Academy part of?
Cowlitz Prairie Academy is part of Toledo School District.
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