For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public high schools serving 816 students in 98541, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in 98541, WA are East Grays Harbor High School, Elma High School and Mary M. Knight School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98541 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Washington public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98541, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98541 have a Graduation Rate of 76%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Elma High School, with 90-94% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98541, WA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
East Grays Harbor High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
705 West Waldrip
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Grades: 9-12
| 9 students
Rank: #22.
Elma High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1011 West Main
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-3121
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-3121
Grades: 9-12
| 511 students
Rank: #33.
Mary M. Knight School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2987 W Matlock Brady Rd
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Grades: PK-12
| 186 students
Rank: n/an/a
705 W Waldrip
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Grades: K-12
| 60 students
Rank: n/an/a
East Grays Harbor Open Doors
Alternative School
705 W Waldrip
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Grades: 9-12
| 50 students
98541, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
2987 W Matlock Brady Rd
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Grades: PK-6
| 85 students
2987 W Matlock Brady Rd
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Grades: 7-12
| 72 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98541, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98541, WA include East Grays Harbor High School, Elma High School and Mary M. Knight School.
How many public high schools are located in 98541?
5 public high schools are located in 98541.
What is the racial composition of students in 98541?
98541 public high schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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