Best 98541 Washington Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 549 students in 98541, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98541, WA are Elma Middle School and Mary M. Knight School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98541 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98541, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98541, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elma Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
805 West Main
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-2237
Gr: 6-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Mary M. Knight School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2987 W Matlock Brady Rd
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Gr: PK-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
705 W Waldrip
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Gr: K-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 44%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98541, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98541, WA include Elma Middle School and Mary M. Knight School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98541?
3 public middle schools are located in 98541.
What is the racial composition of students in 98541?
98541 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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