For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 866 students in 98642, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98642, WA are View Ridge Middle School and Wisdom Ridge Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98642 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98642, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98642, WA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
View Ridge Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3215 S Hillhurst Rd
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1400
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1400
Gr: 7-8 | 666 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #22.
Wisdom Ridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5645 S 11th St Ste A101
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Gr: K-12 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 40:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98642, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98642, WA include View Ridge Middle School and Wisdom Ridge Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 98642?
2 public middle schools are located in 98642.
What is the racial composition of students in 98642?
98642 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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