For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,712 students in 99344, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 99344, 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.
Public schools in zipcode 99344 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99344, WA 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 99344, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wahitis Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
905 South 14th Avenue
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-2659
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%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
695 S 14th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9625
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%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
506 N 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3389
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%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
340 S 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3351
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%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
795 S 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9669
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%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
790 S 10th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3326
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%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
825 E. Ash St.
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-2659
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
Magnet School
1335 S. Ash St.
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4544
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
165 N.1st Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4534
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4534
Gr: 9-12 | 18 students
99344, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
615 E Juniper Street
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9669
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 99344, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 99344, WA include Wahitis Elementary School, Scootney Springs Elementary School and Hiawatha Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99344?
9 public schools are located in 99344.
What is the racial composition of students in 99344?
99344 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).
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