For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 735 students in 98563, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98563, WA are Beacon Avenue Elementary School and Simpson Avenue Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98563 have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98563, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98563, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
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
Gr: PK-2 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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
Gr: 3-6 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
98563, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montesano Choice School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
519 West Simpson
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2116
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2116
Gr: 9-12
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
Gr: 7-12 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98563, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98563, WA include Beacon Avenue Elementary School and Simpson Avenue Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98563?
2 public elementary schools are located in 98563.
What is the racial composition of students in 98563?
98563 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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