Best 98620 Washington Public Elementary Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 557 students in 98620, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98620, WA are Goldendale Primary School and Goldendale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98620 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98620, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98620, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Goldendale Primary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
820 S. Schuster St
Goldendale, WA 98620
(509) 773-4665
Gr: K-4 | 302 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Goldendale Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
520 E. Collins Dr.
Goldendale, WA 98620
(509) 773-4323
Gr: 5-8 | 255 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98620, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98620, WA include Goldendale Primary School and Goldendale Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98620?
2 public elementary schools are located in 98620.
What is the racial composition of students in 98620?
98620 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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