For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 3,612 students in 98944, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98944, WA are Washington Elementary School, Harrison Middle School and Pioneer Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98944 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98944, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98944, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
800 E. Jackson Avenue
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-3641
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-3641
Grades: PK-5
| 606 students
Rank: #22.
Harrison Middle School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
810 S. 16th Street
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-3601
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-3601
Grades: 6-8
| 809 students
Rank: #33.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2101 E. Lincoln
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 836-2200
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 836-2200
Grades: PK-5
| 601 students
Rank: #44.
Chief Kamiakin Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1700 E. Lincoln Avenue
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-6444
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-6444
Grades: PK-5
| 573 students
Rank: #55.
Outlook Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
3800 Vanbelle Road
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-3352
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-3352
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
Rank: #66.
Sierra Vista Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
916 N. 16 Street
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 836-4157
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 836-4157
Grades: 6-8
| 586 students
98944, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Early Learning Center (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1110 S 6th Street
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 836-2162
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 836-2162
Grades: PK
| 30 students
Pride High School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
1110 S. 6th Street
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-0560
Sunnyside, WA 98944
(509) 837-0560
Grades: 9-12
| 121 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98944, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98944, WA include Washington Elementary School, Harrison Middle School and Pioneer Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98944?
6 public elementary schools are located in 98944.
What is the racial composition of students in 98944?
98944 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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