Weyerhaeuser Elementary

Tucked into the small town of Eatonville at the foot of Mount Rainier, Weyerhaeuser Elementary offers a tight-knit community feel that's hard to find in larger suburban districts — kids here genuinely know their teachers, and families tend to put down roots. The school punches above its weight especially in math and science, which makes sense given the outdoorsy, nature-curious culture of a town surrounded by forests and wildlife. It's a great fit for families who want a slower pace of life, easy access to the outdoors, and a school where their child won't get lost in the crowd.