For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 936 students in 98857, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 25 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 98857, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98857, WA are Warden High School, Warden Elementary School and Warden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98857 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98857, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98857, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Warden High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
101 W Beck Way
Warden, WA 98857
(509) 349-2581
Warden, WA 98857
(509) 349-2581
Grades: 9-12
| 310 students
Rank: #22.
Warden Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 W Beck Way
Warden, WA 98857
(509) 349-2311
Warden, WA 98857
(509) 349-2311
Grades: PK-5
| 408 students
Rank: #33.
Warden Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
101 W Beck Way
Warden, WA 98857
(509) 349-2902
Warden, WA 98857
(509) 349-2902
Grades: 6-8
| 218 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98857, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98857, WA include Warden High School, Warden Elementary School and Warden Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98857?
3 public schools are located in 98857.
What percentage of students in 98857 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 98857 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98857?
98857 public schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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