For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 265 students in 98858, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98858, WA are Waterville High School and Waterville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98858 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98858, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98858, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterville High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 E Birch St.
Waterville, WA 98858
(509) 745-8583
Waterville, WA 98858
(509) 745-8583
Gr: 5-12 | 150 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Waterville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 E Birch St
Waterville, WA 98858
(509) 745-8583
Waterville, WA 98858
(509) 745-8583
Gr: K-4 | 115 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98858, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98858, WA include Waterville High School and Waterville Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98858?
2 public elementary schools are located in 98858.
What is the racial composition of students in 98858?
98858 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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