For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 284 students in 98538, WA.
The top-ranked public school in 98538, WA is Boistfort Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98538 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98538, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98538, WA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Boistfort Elementary School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
983 Boistfort Road
Curtis, WA 98538
(360) 245-3343
Curtis, WA 98538
(360) 245-3343
Gr: PK-8 | 87 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: n/an/a
983 Boistfort Road
Curtis, WA 98538
(360) 245-3343
Curtis, WA 98538
(360) 245-3343
Gr: 3-12 | 197 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98538, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98538, WA include Boistfort Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98538?
2 public schools are located in 98538.
What is the racial composition of students in 98538?
98538 public schools minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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