Best 98259 Washington Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 617 students in 98259, WA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 98259, WA is Lakewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 98259 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98259, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98259, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
16800 16th Dr N.e.
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4510
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
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98259, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
200 North Bernard St
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(509) 354-7364
Gr: 12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98259, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98259, WA include Lakewood Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98259?
1 public middle schools are located in 98259.
What is the racial composition of students in 98259?
98259 public middle schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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