For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 450 students in 98629, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98629, WA are La Center Middle School and La Center Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98629 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98629, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98629, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
La Center Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Ne Lockwood Creek Rd
La Center, WA 98629
(360) 263-2136
La Center, WA 98629
(360) 263-2136
Gr: 6-8 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
La Center Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
725 Ne Highland Rd
La Center, WA 98629
(360) 263-2131
La Center, WA 98629
(360) 263-2131
Gr: K-12 | 37 students Student-teacher ratio: 37:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98629, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98629, WA include La Center Middle School and La Center Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 98629?
2 public middle schools are located in 98629.
What is the racial composition of students in 98629?
98629 public middle schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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