For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 231 students in 98846, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98846, WA are Pateros Elementary School and Pateros High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98846 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98846, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98846, WA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pateros Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
344 W Beach St.
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2343
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2343
Gr: K-6 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Pateros High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
344 W Beach St
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2343
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2343
Gr: 7-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
Pateros Alternative School
Alternative School
344 W Beach Street
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2751
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2751
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98846, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98846, WA include Pateros Elementary School and Pateros High School.
How many public schools are located in 98846?
3 public schools are located in 98846.
What is the racial composition of students in 98846?
98846 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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