For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public school serving 42 students in Orient, WA.
The top-ranked public school in Orient, WA is Orient Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Orient, WA public school have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 70% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Orient have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Orient, WA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orient Elementary School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
374 4th Avenue
Orient, WA 99160
(509) 684-6873
Orient, WA 99160
(509) 684-6873
Gr: K-8 | 42 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Orient, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Columbia Virtual Academy-orient (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
374 4th Avenue
Orient, WA 99160
(509) 684-6873
Orient, WA 99160
(509) 684-6873
Gr: K-5 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 48:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Orient, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Orient, WA include Orient Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Orient?
1 public schools are located in Orient.
What is the racial composition of students in Orient?
Orient public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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