Best Othello Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,712 students in Othello, WA.

The top ranked public schools in Othello, WA are Wahitis Elementary School, Scootney Springs Elementary School and Hiawatha 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 score of 25% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and score of 32% (versus the 53% 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 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Othello, WA (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)

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Rank: #11.

Wahitis Elementary School

(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
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905 South 14th Avenue
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-2659

Gr: K-6 | 586 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Rank: #22.

Scootney Springs Elementary School

(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
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695 S 14th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9625

Gr: K-6 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 90%

Rank: #33.

Hiawatha Elementary School

(Math: 31% | Reading: 27%)
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506 N 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3389

Gr: K-6 | 574 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Rank: #44.

Othello High School

(Math: 11% | Reading: 43%)
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340 S 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3351

Gr: 9-12 | 1,348 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 92%

Rank: #55.

Lutacaga Elementary School

(Math: 22% | Reading: 22%)
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795 S 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9669

Gr: K-6 | 552 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 97%

Rank: #66.

Mcfarland Middle School

(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
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790 S 10th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3326

Gr: 6-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 91%

Rank: #77.

Desert Oasis High School

Alternative School

(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
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825 E. Ash St.
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-2659

Gr: 9-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%

Rank: n/an/a

Early Childhood Center

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1335 S. Ash St.
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4544

Gr: PK | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 71:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Rank: n/an/a

Open Door Re-engagement

Alternative School

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165 N.1st Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4534

Gr: 9-12 | 18 students

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Othello, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School

Location

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Ambassador's Haven At Gate Way Far (Closed 2023)

615 E Juniper Street
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9669

Gr: K-7 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%

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, Scootney Springs Elementary School and Hiawatha Elementary School.

How many public schools are located in Othello?

9 public schools are located in Othello.

What is the racial composition of students in Othello?

Othello public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Which public schools in Othello are often viewed compared to one another?

Popular comparisons of public schools in Othello include: Desert Oasis High School vs. Othello High School, Othello High School vs. Desert Oasis High School