For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public school serving 336 students in 98251, WA.
The top-ranked public school in 98251, WA is Gold Bar Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 98251 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98251, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98251, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Gold Bar Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
419 Lewis Ave
Gold Bar, WA 98251
(360) 793-9840
Gold Bar, WA 98251
(360) 793-9840
Gr: K-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98251, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98251, WA include Gold Bar Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98251?
1 public schools are located in 98251.
What is the racial composition of students in 98251?
98251 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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