Best 98596 Washington Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 160 students in 98596, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98596, WA are Winolequa Learning Academy and Winlock Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98596 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98596, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98596, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Winolequa Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
411 Nw Arden Street
Winlock, WA 98596
(360) 785-3582
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #22.
Winlock Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
241 North Military Road
Winlock, WA 98596
(360) 785-3046
Gr: 6-8 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98596, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98596, WA include Winolequa Learning Academy and Winlock Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98596?
2 public middle schools are located in 98596.
What is the racial composition of students in 98596?
98596 public middle schools minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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