For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,968 students in 98512, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98512, WA are Black Lake Elementary School, Michael T Simmons Elementary School and Tumwater Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98512 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98512, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98512, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Black Lake Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6345 Belmore-black Lake Road
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7350
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7350
Grades: K-5
| 397 students
Rank: #22.
Michael T Simmons Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1205 2nd Avenue Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7100
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7100
Grades: K-5
| 442 students
Rank: #33.
Tumwater Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6335 Littlerock Road Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7500
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7500
Grades: 6-8
| 633 students
Rank: #44.
Littlerock Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
12710 Littlerock Rd Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7250
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7250
Grades: PK-5
| 344 students
Rank: #55.
Tumwater Hill Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3120 Ridgeview St Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7300
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7300
Grades: PK-5
| 380 students
Rank: #66.
George Bush Middle School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2120 83rd Avenue Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7400
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7400
Grades: 6-8
| 757 students
Rank: #77.
Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2801 32nd Avenue Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-3198
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-3198
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students
98512, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Gravity Re-engagement School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
6005 Tyee Dr Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 942-3415
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 942-3415
Grades: 9-12
| 70 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98512, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98512, WA include Black Lake Elementary School, Michael T Simmons Elementary School and Tumwater Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98512?
7 public elementary schools are located in 98512.
What is the racial composition of students in 98512?
98512 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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