For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 146 students in 99361, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 99361, WA are Waitsburg Elementary School and Preston Hall Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 99361 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 99361, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99361, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waitsburg Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
184 Academy
Waitsburg, WA 99361
(509) 337-6461
Waitsburg, WA 99361
(509) 337-6461
Gr: PK-5 | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Preston Hall Middle School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
605 Main Street
Waitsburg, WA 99361
(509) 337-9474
Waitsburg, WA 99361
(509) 337-9474
Gr: 6-8
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 99361, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 99361, WA include Waitsburg Elementary School and Preston Hall Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 99361?
2 public elementary schools are located in 99361.
What is the racial composition of students in 99361?
99361 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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