For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,102 students in 98926, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in 98926, WA are Ellensburg High School and K-12 Ellensburg Learning Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98926 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98926, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98926 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Ellensburg High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98926, WA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ellensburg High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1203 E Capitol
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8300
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8300
Gr: 9-12 | 974 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
K-12 Ellensburg Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
210 Ruby Street
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8181
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8181
Gr: K-12 | 119 students Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
11042 Parke Creek Road
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 968-4909
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 968-4909
Gr: 8-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
98926, Washington 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
714 E Dean Nicholson Blvd., Ms
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8308
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8308
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98926, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98926, WA include Ellensburg High School and K-12 Ellensburg Learning Center.
How many public high schools are located in 98926?
3 public high schools are located in 98926.
What is the racial composition of students in 98926?
98926 public high schools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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