For the 2024-25 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,516 students in 98579, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98579, WA are Grand Mound Elementary School and Rochester Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98579 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98579, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98579, WA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Grand Mound Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7710 James Rd Sw
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5512
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5512
Grades: 3-5
| 499 students
Rank: #22.
Rochester Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9937 Highway 12 Sw
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5958
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5958
Grades: 6-8
| 495 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rochester Primary School
Magnet School
7440 James Rd
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5161
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5161
Grades: PK-2
| 522 students
Rank: n/an/a
Rochester Virtual Academy
Magnet School
10140 Highway 12 Sw #7 & 8
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5536
Rochester, WA 98579
(360) 273-5536
Grades: 6-8
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98579, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98579, WA include Grand Mound Elementary School and Rochester Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98579?
4 public elementary schools are located in 98579.
What is the racial composition of students in 98579?
98579 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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