For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 712 students in 98576, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98576, WA are Rainier Elementary School and Rainier Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98576 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98576, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98576, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rainier Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 W 3rd
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-4020
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-4020
Gr: PK-5 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Rainier Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
202 2nd St. W
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-2206
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-2206
Gr: 6-8 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98576, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98576, WA include Rainier Elementary School and Rainier Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98576?
2 public elementary schools are located in 98576.
What is the racial composition of students in 98576?
98576 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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