For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 899 students in 98589, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98589, WA are Tenino Elementary School and Tenino Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98589 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98589, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98589, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tenino Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
301 Old Highway 99 N
Tenino, WA 98589
(360) 264-3700
Tenino, WA 98589
(360) 264-3700
Gr: 3-5 | 274 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Tenino Middle School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
301 Old Hwy 99 N
Tenino, WA 98589
(360) 264-3600
Tenino, WA 98589
(360) 264-3600
Gr: 6-8 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
301 Central Avenue
Tenino, WA 98589
(360) 264-3800
Tenino, WA 98589
(360) 264-3800
Gr: PK-2 | 314 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98589, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98589, WA include Tenino Elementary School and Tenino Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98589?
3 public elementary schools are located in 98589.
What is the racial composition of students in 98589?
98589 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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