For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,566 students in 98550, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98550, WA are Lincoln Elementary School, Hoquiam High School and Central Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98550 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98550, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98550, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
700 Wood
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8250
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8250
Gr: 2-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Hoquiam High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
501 W. Emerson
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8210
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8210
Gr: 9-12 | 410 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #33.
Central Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
310 Simpson Avenue
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8230
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8230
Gr: 2-5 | 232 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Hoquiam Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
200 Spencer
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8220
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8220
Gr: 6-8 | 372 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Hoquiam Homelink School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2500 Simpson Ave
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8200
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8200
Gr: K-12 | 107 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
101 W Emerson
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8240
Hoquiam, WA 98550
(360) 538-8240
Gr: PK-1 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98550, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98550, WA include Lincoln Elementary School, Hoquiam High School and Central Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98550?
6 public schools are located in 98550.
What is the racial composition of students in 98550?
98550 public schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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