For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,442 students in 98563, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 19 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 98563, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98563, WA are Beacon Avenue Elementary School, Simpson Avenue Elementary School and Montesano Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98563 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98563, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98563, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beacon Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1717 East Beacon Avenue
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4528
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4528
Grades: PK-2
| 356 students
Rank: #22.
Simpson Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
519 West Simpson Avenue
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Grades: 3-6
| 384 students
Rank: #33.
Montesano Jr-sr High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
303 North Church
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Grades: 7-12
| 702 students
98563, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Montesano Choice School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
519 West Simpson
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2116
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2116
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Montesano Learning Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
519 West Simpson, 519 West Sim
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2114
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2114
Grades: 7-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98563, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98563, WA include Beacon Avenue Elementary School, Simpson Avenue Elementary School and Montesano Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in 98563?
3 public schools are located in 98563.
What percentage of students in 98563 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 98563 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98563?
98563 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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