For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,731 students in Pullman, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 165 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in Pullman, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Pullman, WA are Franklin Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School and Pullman High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Pullman, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Pullman have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Pullman, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
850 Se Klemgard
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 334-5641
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 334-5641
Gr: PK-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Sunnyside Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
425 Sw Shirley
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 334-1800
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 334-1800
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Pullman High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 Nw Greyhound Way
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 332-1551
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 332-1551
Gr: 9-12 | 838 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Lincoln Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
315 Se Crestview
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 334-3411
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 334-3411
Gr: 6-8 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1150 Nw Bryant
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 332-2617
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 332-2617
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #66.
Kamiak Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1400 Nw Terre View Drive
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 336-7205
Pullman, WA 99163
(509) 336-7205
Gr: PK-5 | 315 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Pullman, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Pullman, WA include Franklin Elementary School, Sunnyside Elementary School and Pullman High School.
How many public schools are located in Pullman?
6 public schools are located in Pullman.
What percentage of students in Pullman go to public school?
94% of all K-12 students in Pullman are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Pullman?
Pullman public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Pullman are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Pullman include: Lincoln Middle School vs. Sunnyside Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School vs. Sunnyside Elementary School, Jefferson Elementary School vs. Franklin Elementary School
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