For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,571 students in 99016, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 99016, WA are Selkirk Middle School, Riverbend Elementary School and Greenacres Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99016 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99016, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99016, WA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Selkirk Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1409 N Harvest Parkway
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 558-6200
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 558-6200
Gr: 6-8 | 613 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Riverbend Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17720 E Mission Avenue
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 558-3400
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 558-3400
Gr: K-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Greenacres Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
17409 E Sprague Ave
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 558-4860
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 558-4860
Gr: 6-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Greenacres Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
17915 E 4th Ave
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 558-4200
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 558-4200
Gr: K-5 | 637 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Central Valley Virtual Learning
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1512 N. Barker Rd.
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 558-6550
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 558-6550
Gr: K-8 | 166 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
99016, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1512 N Barker Rd
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 228-5380
Greenacres, WA 99016
(509) 228-5380
Gr: K | 221 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99016, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 99016, WA include Selkirk Middle School, Riverbend Elementary School and Greenacres Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 99016?
5 public schools are located in 99016.
What is the racial composition of students in 99016?
99016 public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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