For the 2024 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,707 students in Othello, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 10 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Othello, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in Othello, WA are Wahitis Elementary School, Hiawatha Elementary School and Scootney Springs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Othello, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Washington public school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 59% statewide average). Schools in Othello have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Othello, WA (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Wahitis Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
905 South 14th Avenue
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-2659
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-2659
Grades: K-6
| 592 students
Rank: #22.
Hiawatha Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
506 N 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3389
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3389
Grades: K-6
| 588 students
Rank: #33.
Scootney Springs Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
695 S 14th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9625
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9625
Grades: PK-6
| 592 students
Rank: #44.
Lutacaga Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
795 S 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9669
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9669
Grades: K-6
| 594 students
Rank: #55.
Othello High School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
340 S 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3351
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3351
Grades: 8-12
| 1,233 students
Rank: #66.
Mcfarland Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
790 S 10th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3326
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3326
Grades: 6-8
| 736 students
Rank: #77.
Desert Oasis High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
825 E. Ash St.
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-2659
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-2659
Grades: 9-12
| 115 students
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Center
Magnet School
1335 S. Ash St.
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4544
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4544
Grades: PK
| 234 students
Rank: n/an/a
Open Door Re-engagement
Alternative School
165 N.1st Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4534
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4534
Grades: 9-12
| 23 students
Othello, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
615 E Juniper Street
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9669
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9669
Grades: K-7
| 617 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Othello, WA?
The top ranked public schools in Othello, WA include Wahitis Elementary School, Hiawatha Elementary School and Scootney Springs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Othello, WA?
9 public schools are located in Othello, WA.
What percentage of students in Othello, WA go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Othello, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Othello, WA?
Othello, WA public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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