For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 574 students in 98397, WA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 98397, WA is Elk Plain School Of Choice. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 98397 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98397, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98397, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elk Plain School Of Choice
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
22015 22nd Avenue East
Longmire, WA 98397
(253) 800-7900
Longmire, WA 98397
(253) 800-7900
Gr: K-8 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98397, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98397, WA include Elk Plain School Of Choice.
How many public middle schools are located in 98397?
1 public middle schools are located in 98397.
What is the racial composition of students in 98397?
98397 public middle schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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