For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 979 students in 98576, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98576, WA are Rainier Senior High School, Rainier Elementary School and Rainier Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98576 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98576, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98576, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rainier Senior High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
308 2nd St W
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-2205
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-2205
Grades: 9-12
| 267 students
Rank: #22.
Rainier Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 W 3rd
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-4020
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-4020
Grades: PK-5
| 472 students
Rank: #33.
Rainier Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
202 2nd St. W
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-2206
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-2206
Grades: 6-8
| 240 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98576, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98576, WA include Rainier Senior High School, Rainier Elementary School and Rainier Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98576?
3 public schools are located in 98576.
What is the racial composition of students in 98576?
98576 public schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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