For the 2024-25 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 8,487 students in 98902, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 245 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 98902, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98902, WA are Robertson Elementary School, Juvenile Detention Center and Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98902 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98902, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98902, WA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Robertson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2807 W Lincoln Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1600
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1600
Grades: K-5
| 488 students
Rank: #22.
Juvenile Detention Center
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1728 Jerome Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 574-2134
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 574-2134
Grades: 5-12
| 18 students
Rank: #33.
Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1120 S. 18th St.
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5580
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5580
Grades: 6-12
| 33 students
Rank: #44.
Nob Hill Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
801 S 34th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1500
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1500
Grades: K-5
| 412 students
Rank: #55.
Davis High School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
212 S 6th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-2500
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-2500
Grades: 9-12
| 2,330 students
Rank: #66.
Roosevelt Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
120 N 16th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1700
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1700
Grades: K-5
| 478 students
Rank: #77.
K-8 Learning Lab
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
610 N. 39th Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1080
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1080
Grades: 1-8
| 126 students
Rank: #88.
Franklin Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
410 S 19th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-2100
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-2100
Grades: 6-8
| 895 students
Rank: #99.
Yakima Online
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤5% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1120 S 18th St.
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5580
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5580
Grades: 9-12
| 304 students
Rank: #1010.
Mcclure Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 23%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1222 S 22nd Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1300
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1300
Grades: PK-5
| 559 students
Rank: #1111.
Mckinley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
621 S 13th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1400
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1400
Grades: K-5
| 414 students
Rank: #1212.
Stanton Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
802 River Rd
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1200
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-1200
Grades: 9-12
| 172 students
Rank: #1313.
Lewis & Clark Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1114 W Pierce St
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-2200
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-2200
Grades: 6-8
| 852 students
Rank: #1414.
Hoover Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Viola Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5900
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5900
Grades: PK-5
| 673 students
Rank: #1515.
Garfield Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
612 N 6th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5700
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5700
Grades: K-5
| 488 students
Rank: n/an/a
Discovery Early Learning Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2810 Castlevale Road
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5400
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5400
Grades: PK
| 237 students
Rank: n/an/a
Naches Valley Esd 105 Open Doors
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
33 S Second Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 653-1732
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 653-1732
Grades: 9-12
| 1 students
Rank: n/an/a
Ridgeview Group Home
Magnet School
1726 Jerome Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5581
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5581
Grades: 7-12
| 6 students
Rank: n/an/a
Wapato Esd 105 Open Doors
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
33 S 2nd Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 877-4181
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 877-4181
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Yakima Adult Jail
Magnet School
111 North Front Street
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5581
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5581
Grades: 7-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Yakima Valley Memorial Hospital Dba Children's Village
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
3801 Kern Road
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 965-2080
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 965-2080
Grades: PK
| 1 students
98902, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Highland Esd 105 Open Doors Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
33 S. 2nd Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 728-9871
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 728-9871
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Migrant Alternative School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
212 S 6th Ave
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-2501
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-2501
Grades: 9
| 28 students
104 N 4th Avenue
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5580
Yakima, WA 98902
(509) 573-5580
Grades: 6-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98902, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98902, WA include Robertson Elementary School, Juvenile Detention Center and Yakima Satellite Alternative Programs.
How many public schools are located in 98902?
21 public schools are located in 98902.
What percentage of students in 98902 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 98902 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98902?
98902 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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