For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 881 students in 98541, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98541, WA are Elma Elementary School and Mary M. Knight School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98541 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98541, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98541, WA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elma Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1235 Monte-elma Rd
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-2632
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-2632
Gr: PK-5 | 695 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Mary M. Knight School
(Math: 20-24% | 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
Gr: PK-12 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
98541, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
2987 W Matlock Brady Rd
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Gr: PK-6 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1
2987 W Matlock Brady Rd
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Gr: 7-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 98541, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98541, WA include Elma Elementary School and Mary M. Knight School.
How many public preschools are located in 98541?
2 public preschools are located in 98541.
What is the racial composition of students in 98541?
98541 public preschools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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