For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 799 students in 99109, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 99109, WA are Jenkins Junior/senior High School, Gess Elementary School and Quartzite Learning. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99109 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99109, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99109, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jenkins Junior/senior High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
702 E Lincoln
Chewelah, WA 99109
(509) 685-6800
Chewelah, WA 99109
(509) 685-6800
Gr: 7-12 | 322 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Gess Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
405 E Lincoln
Chewelah, WA 99109
(509) 685-6800
Chewelah, WA 99109
(509) 685-6800
Gr: K-6 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #33.
Quartzite Learning
Alternative School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
106 W Lincoln
Chewelah, WA 99109
(509) 685-6800
Chewelah, WA 99109
(509) 685-6800
Gr: K-12 | 113 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: n/an/a
Chewelah Open Doors Reengagement Program
Alternative School
W 106 Lincoln St
Chewelah, WA 99109
(509) 685-6800
Chewelah, WA 99109
(509) 685-6800
Gr: 10-12 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 23%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99109, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 99109, WA include Jenkins Junior/senior High School, Gess Elementary School and Quartzite Learning.
How many public schools are located in 99109?
4 public schools are located in 99109.
What is the racial composition of students in 99109?
99109 public schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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