For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 1,140 students in 98354, WA.
The top ranked public school in 98354, WA is Surprise Lake Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98354 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98354, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98354, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Surprise Lake Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Milton Way
Milton, WA 98354
(253) 517-1300
Milton, WA 98354
(253) 517-1300
Grades: 6-7
| 667 students
Rank: n/an/a
1205 19th Avenue
Milton, WA 98354
(253) 517-1200
Milton, WA 98354
(253) 517-1200
Grades: PK-2
| 473 students
98354, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
1304 17th Avenue
Milton, WA 98354
(253) 517-1400
Milton, WA 98354
(253) 517-1400
Grades: 2-5
| 603 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98354, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98354, WA include Surprise Lake Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98354?
2 public schools are located in 98354.
What is the racial composition of students in 98354?
98354 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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