Best 98603 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 46 students in 98603, WA.
The top-ranked public school in 98603, WA is Yale Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 98603 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98603, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98603, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Yale Elementary School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
11842 Lewis River Road
Ariel, WA 98603
(360) 841-2950
Gr: K-4 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98603, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98603, WA include Yale Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98603?
1 public schools are located in 98603.
What is the racial composition of students in 98603?
98603 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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