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John Campbell Elementary School

Public | PK-4 | 629 students

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4 stars

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Posted January 31, 2012

Disappointed. I get the impression that my child's teacher is overwhelmed and annoyed by the children. I get tired of seeing copies of worksheets that I did as a first grader in the early 90's. For the amount I pay in property taxes, I don't think I'm getting my money's worth. On a plus side; I think the principal is pretty involved, he's outside after school nearly everyday talking to students and parents.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 9, 2011

John Campbell is staffed with some of the most amazing teachers. The kids are safe and learn in a fun enviroment.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 23, 2010

We are entering our second year at John Campbell and Mrs. Gonzales is incredible. She is fun, loving and effective. I appreciated all the extra things she did to make my sons first year of elementary school a good start.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted December 8, 2008

we have been very lucky with the teachers we have had no problems with any of them
—Submitted by a parent


Posted January 10, 2006

Our family was favorably impressed with the christmas program this year. Some old carols were sung. It was multi-cultural and not just another 'cowboy christmas' thanks to the new music teacher. It is my opinion that there is too much distraction in the classroom. Children in & out of the classroom to use bathroom or run to the library. It also seems disruptive to have children called from the room to go to special classes.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted August 23, 2005

As far as kindergarden teachers rate Mrs. Gonzales if bar far the best!! She is patient, kind and very energetic. She has a very unique spark that my child and I love about her. The biggest problem she has in school is all of her former students always want to visit her classroom. It makes a big difference in a childs abilities and has a big inpact on them wanting to attend school everyday. I think some of the other teachers could learn a lot from her.
—Submitted by Cora Walker, a parent


Posted June 27, 2005

My 1st grader has blossomed under Mrs. White's instruction. She is a talented and caring teacher.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 2, 2005

I am a parent of 3 kids 2 have already been through John Campbell and the 3rd will be done there after this school year. John Campbell has been a very good school to my kids. My youngest child has a seizure disorder and has been sick alot this year and having seizure. The school has done whatever they could to accommidate my daughter. I am very greatful to them for all the extra help she has gotten. I would recomend this school to anyone in the Selah area.
—Submitted by Dawn Moss, a administrator


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 65% in 2012.

125 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
56%

2010

 
 
65%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 69% in 2012.

125 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
66%

2011

 
 
69%

2010

 
 
66%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

The state average for Math was 59% in 2012.

144 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
59%

2011

 
 
43%

2010

 
 
54%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2012.

144 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
63%

2011

 
 
54%

2010

 
 
66%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 61% in 2012.

141 students were tested at this school in 2012.

2012

 
 
58%

2011

 
 
57%

2010

 
 
63%
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students66%
Female64%
Male67%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic57%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White67%
Low income53%
Not low income78%
Special education26%
Not special education73%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students66%
Female71%
Male61%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic66%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White65%
Low income52%
Not low income79%
Special education16%
Not special education75%
Limited Englishn/a
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Math

All Students59%
Female61%
Male56%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic42%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White65%
Low income52%
Not low income66%
Special education12%
Not special education69%
Limited English8%
Migrantn/a

Reading

All Students63%
Female66%
Male60%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic42%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White71%
Low income56%
Not low income70%
Special education24%
Not special education72%
Limited English17%
Migrantn/a

Writing

All Students58%
Female70%
Male42%
Blackn/a
Asiann/a
Asian/Pacific Islandern/a
Hispanic36%
Native Americann/a
Pacific Islandern/a
White65%
Low income49%
Not low income66%
Special education8%
Not special education68%
Limited English17%
Migrantn/a
Scale: % basic, level 3, or level 4

About the tests


In 2011-2012 Washington used the Measurements of Student Progress (MSP) to test students in reading and math in grades 3 through 8, in writing in grades 4 and 7, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The MSP is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Washington. The goal is for all students to score at or above the state standard.

The different student groups are identified by the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group in a school, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Washington's state standards

Source: Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
White 78% 64%
Hispanic 19% 16%
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% 9%
Black 0% 6%
Native American 0% 3%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 40%N/A42%
Special education 16%N/A13%
Transitional bilingual 8%N/A8%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per classroom teacher 18N/A17
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Average years educational experience 13N/A12
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree or higher 67%N/A66%
Source: WA OSPI, 2009-2010
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408 North First St
Selah, WA 98942
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Phone: (509) 697-0726

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