For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 7,268 students in 98366, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 157 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 98366, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98366, WA are South Colby Elementary School, John Sedgwick Middle School and Orchard Heights Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98366 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98366, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98366, WA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
South Colby Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3281 Banner Road Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3000
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3000
Grades: PK-5
| 290 students
Rank: #22.
John Sedgwick Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8995 Se Sedgwick Rd
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6090
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6090
Grades: 6-8
| 729 students
Rank: #33.
Orchard Heights Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2288 Fircrest Dr Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3530
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3530
Grades: PK-5
| 549 students
Rank: #44.
Cedar Heights Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2220 Pottery Ave
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6020
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6020
Grades: 6-8
| 653 students
Rank: #55.
Explorer Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1723 Wolves Dr
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3605
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3605
Grades: K-12
| 265 students
Rank: #66.
Discovery
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2150 Fircrest Dr Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3680
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3680
Grades: 9-12
| 205 students
Rank: #77.
Manchester Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1901 California Ave E
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3230
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3230
Grades: PK-5
| 478 students
Rank: #88.
South Kitsap High School
Magnet School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
425 Mitchell Ave
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-5600
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-5600
Grades: 9-12
| 2,389 students
Rank: #99.
Sidney Glen Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
500 Sw Birch Rd
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3400
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3400
Grades: PK-5
| 463 students
Rank: #1010.
East Port Orchard Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2649 Hoover Ave Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3170
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3170
Grades: PK-5
| 474 students
Rank: #1111.
Kitsap Co Detention Center
Magnet School
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1338 Sw Old Clifton Rd
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 337-5401
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 337-5401
Grades: 8-12
| 2 students
Rank: #1212.
Marcus Whitman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1887 Madrona Dr Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6160
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6160
Grades: 6-8
| 686 students
Rank: n/an/a
Madrona Heights
Magnet School
2150 Fircrest Dr Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-3627
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-3627
Grades: PK
| 85 students
98366, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Madrona Heights School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2150 Fircrest Dr Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 876-7333
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 876-7333
Grades: PK-12
| 83 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98366, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98366, WA include South Colby Elementary School, John Sedgwick Middle School and Orchard Heights Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98366?
13 public schools are located in 98366.
What percentage of students in 98366 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 98366 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98366?
98366 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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