For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 229 students in 99159, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 16 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 99159, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 99159, WA are P C Jantz Elementary School and Odessa High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99159 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99159, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99159, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
P C Jantz Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
311 South First Street
Odessa, WA 99159
(509) 982-2603
Odessa, WA 99159
(509) 982-2603
Grades: PK-6
| 127 students
Rank: #22.
Odessa High School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
311 South First Street
Odessa, WA 99159
(509) 982-2111
Odessa, WA 99159
(509) 982-2111
Grades: 7-12
| 102 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 99159, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 99159, WA include P C Jantz Elementary School and Odessa High School.
How many public schools are located in 99159?
2 public schools are located in 99159.
What percentage of students in 99159 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 99159 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99159?
99159 public schools minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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