Best 98953 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,342 students in 98953, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 34 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 98953, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public 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 schools in zipcode 98953 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 46% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98953, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98953, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hilton Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
211 Fourth Avenue
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5400
Gr: PK-2 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Zillah Intermediate School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
303 Second Avenue
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5555
Gr: 3-5 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Zillah Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 Cutler Way
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5511
Gr: 6-8 | 312 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Zillah High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1602 Second Avenue
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5565
Gr: 9-12 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 64%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98953, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98953, WA include Hilton Elementary School, Zillah Intermediate School and Zillah Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98953?
4 public schools are located in 98953.
What percentage of students in 98953 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 98953 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98953?
98953 public schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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