The top reported proficiency rate is 37% in English language arts. The lowest is 19% in Math.
Original Research by School Decision on Raymond Jr Sr High School
Raymond Jr Sr High School serves grades seven through twelve as the sole secondary campus in the Raymond School District, a small, rural public school system in Pacific County, Washington. The town of Raymond sits along the Willapa River near Willapa Bay, with an economy historically rooted in logging, fishing, and oyster culture, and more recently supplemented by cannabis-related businesses following a state initiative. The community has experienced modest population growth over recent decades, and housing values in Raymond fall well below the statewide benchmark, making the area one of the more affordable options in Washington. Families considering this school should understand that it operates in a rural, lower-cost setting with a student body that is economically diverse, as a substantial share of students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch.
The school enrolls a small number of students across grades seven through twelve. The student population is predominantly white, with a notable Hispanic share and smaller representations of Asian, multiracial, Native American, Black, and Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander students. Because the school serves middle and high school grades together, older students share a campus with younger adolescents, which may appeal to families who want a single transition point after elementary school rather than a separate middle school experience. Data on students with disabilities and English learners were not available in the provided material.
State assessment results from the most recent testing year show that student proficiency rates in math were below the statewide median, with a modest share of students meeting the standard in grade seven and a somewhat higher share in grade eight. In English language arts, performance was higher in grade eight than in grade seven. Science proficiency, tested only in grade eight, fell in a similar range. When looking across all tested subjects and grades combined, the school’s overall proficiency index landed in the bottom quartile relative to other districts in Pacific County. A parent may want to ask the school directly about efforts to improve academic outcomes and about specific supports available for students who are below proficiency, particularly in math.
The school's academic offerings were not detailed in the provided data, so it is unclear whether students have access to Advanced Placement courses, career and technical education pathways, or dual-credit programs. Families interested in those options should contact the school for a current course catalog. No information was available on graduation rates, chronic absenteeism, or disciplinary data, and the school’s own website was not provided for further review.
The district itself did not have any recent notable changes surfaced through publicly reported information. The absence of reported major initiatives or restructuring suggests a period of continuity, though families may want to ask district leadership directly about any plans for program development or facility improvements.
For a family weighing this school, the picture is primarily one of a small, rural secondary school in an affordable community with a traditional economic base. The student body is economically diverse and the school is the only secondary option in the district. Academic performance on state assessments is lower than that of many neighboring districts, which is a consideration that families should explore firsthand with the school to understand what interventions and instructional supports are in place. The lack of published data on programs, graduation rates, and discipline means that any decision should involve direct conversation with school staff.
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