For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 892 students in 98953, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98953, WA are Hilton Elementary School, Zillah Intermediate School and Zillah Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98953 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98953, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98953, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Hilton Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
211 Fourth Avenue
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5400
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5400
Grades: PK-2
| 317 students
Rank: #22.
Zillah Intermediate School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
303 Second Avenue
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5555
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5555
Grades: 3-5
| 263 students
Rank: #33.
Zillah Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Cutler Way
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5511
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5511
Grades: 6-8
| 312 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98953, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98953, WA include Hilton Elementary School, Zillah Intermediate School and Zillah Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98953?
3 public elementary schools are located in 98953.
What is the racial composition of students in 98953?
98953 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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