For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 745 students in 98951, WA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 98951, WA is Wapato Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98951 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98951, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98951, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wapato Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1309 Kateri Lane
Wapato, WA 98951
(509) 877-2173
Wapato, WA 98951
(509) 877-2173
Gr: 6-8 | 737 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
212 W 3rd St
Wapato, WA 98951
(509) 877-4181
Wapato, WA 98951
(509) 877-4181
Gr: 6-8 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98951, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98951, WA include Wapato Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98951?
2 public middle schools are located in 98951.
What is the racial composition of students in 98951?
98951 public middle schools minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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