Top 5 Best 98579 Washington Public Schools (2024)

For the 2024 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,091 students in 98579, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98579, WA are Rochester Middle School, Grand Mound Elementary School and Rochester High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98579 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Washington public school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 59% statewide average). Schools in 98579, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98579, WA Public Schools (2024)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rochester Middle School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
9937 Highway 12 Sw
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5958
Grades: 6-8
| 458 students
Rank: #22.
Grand Mound Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
7710 James Rd Sw
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5512
Grades: 3-5
| 512 students
Rank: #33.
Rochester High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
19800 Carper Rd Sw
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5534
Grades: 9-12
| 615 students
Rank: n/an/a
H.e.a.r.t. High School
Alternative School
10140 Highway 12 Sw
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5534
Grades: 9-12
| 25 students
Rank: n/an/a
7440 James Rd
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5161
Grades: PK-2
| 477 students
Rank: n/an/a
10140 Highway 12 Sw #7 & 8
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5536
Grades: 6-8
| 4 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 98579, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98579, WA include Rochester Middle School, Grand Mound Elementary School and Rochester High School.
How many public schools are located in 98579, WA?
6 public schools are located in 98579, WA.
What is the racial composition of students in 98579, WA?
98579, WA public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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