Best 98506 Washington Public High Schools (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,380 students in 98506, WA.
The top-ranked public high school in 98506, WA is North Thurston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98506 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98506, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98506 have a Graduation Rate of 86%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is North Thurston High School, with 86% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98506, WA Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
North Thurston High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
600 Sleater Kinney Rd Ne
Olympia, WA 98506
(360) 412-4800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,378 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: n/an/a
Touchstone
2010 N Puget St
Olympia, WA 98506
(360) 596-6100
Gr: 6-12 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98506, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98506, WA include North Thurston High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98506?
2 public high schools are located in 98506.
What is the racial composition of students in 98506?
98506 public high schools minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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