For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 230 students in 98846, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98846, WA are Pateros Elementary School and Pateros High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98846 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98846, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98846, WA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pateros Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
344 W Beach St.
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2343
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2343
Gr: K-6 | 120 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #22.
Pateros High School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
344 W Beach St
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2343
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2343
Gr: 7-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: n/an/a
Pateros Alternative School
Alternative School
344 W Beach Street
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2751
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2751
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98846, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98846, WA include Pateros Elementary School and Pateros High School.
How many public schools are located in 98846?
3 public schools are located in 98846.
What is the racial composition of students in 98846?
98846 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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