Top 5 Best 98944 Washington Public Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,369 students in 98944, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 354 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 98944, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98944, WA are Sunnyside High School, Washington Elementary School and Harrison Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98944 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98944, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98944, WA Public Schools (2024-25)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sunnyside High School
Magnet School
(Math: 14% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1801 E. Edison Avenue
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-2601
Grades: 9-12
| 2,181 students
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
800 E. Jackson Avenue
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-3641
Grades: PK-5
| 635 students
Rank: #33.
Harrison Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
810 S. 16th Street
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-3601
Grades: 6-8
| 848 students
Rank: #44.
Pioneer Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2101 E. Lincoln
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 836-2200
Grades: PK-5
| 615 students
Rank: #55.
Chief Kamiakin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 E. Lincoln Avenue
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-6444
Grades: PK-5
| 566 students
Rank: #66.
Outlook Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
3800 Vanbelle Road
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-3352
Grades: PK-5
| 449 students
Rank: #77.
Sierra Vista Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
916 N. 16 Street
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 836-4157
Grades: 6-8
| 624 students
Rank: n/an/a
Shs Graduation Alliance
Alternative School
Magnet School
1801 E Edison Ave
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(855) 486-8855
Grades: 9-12
| 3 students
Rank: n/an/a
Sun Valley Elementary School
Magnet School
1220 N. 16th Street
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-5851
Grades: PK-K
| 448 students
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 98944 Washington

98944, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Grades
Students
1110 S 6th Street
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 836-2162
Grades: PK
| 30 students
1110 S. 6th Street
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-0560
Grades: 9-12
| 121 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 98944, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98944, WA include Sunnyside High School, Washington Elementary School and Harrison Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98944?
9 public schools are located in 98944.
What percentage of students in 98944 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 98944 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98944?
98944 public schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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