For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public elementary schools serving 4,517 students in 98366, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98366, WA are South Colby Elementary School, John Sedgwick Middle School and Orchard Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98366 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98366, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98366, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
South Colby Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3281 Banner Road Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3000
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 276 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
John Sedgwick Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8995 Se Sedgwick Rd
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6090
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6090
Gr: 6-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Orchard Heights Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2288 Fircrest Dr Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3530
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3530
Gr: PK-5 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Cedar Heights Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2220 Pottery Ave
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6020
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6020
Gr: 6-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Manchester Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1901 California Ave E
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3230
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3230
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #66.
Explorer Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1723 Wolves Dr
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3605
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3605
Gr: K-12 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #77.
Sidney Glen Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Sw Birch Rd
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3400
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 502 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
East Port Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2649 Hoover Ave Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3170
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3170
Gr: PK-5 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #99.
Marcus Whitman Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1887 Madrona Dr Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6160
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6160
Gr: 6-8 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98366, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98366, WA include South Colby Elementary School, John Sedgwick Middle School and Orchard Heights Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98366?
9 public elementary schools are located in 98366.
What is the racial composition of students in 98366?
98366 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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