For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 399 students in 98356, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98356, WA are Morton Junior-senior High School and Morton Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98356 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98356, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98356, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Morton Junior-senior High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
152 Westlake Ave
Morton, WA 98356
(360) 496-5137
Morton, WA 98356
(360) 496-5137
Gr: 7-12 | 205 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Morton Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 W Main Ave
Morton, WA 98356
(360) 496-5143
Morton, WA 98356
(360) 496-5143
Gr: PK-4 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98356, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98356, WA include Morton Junior-senior High School and Morton Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98356?
3 public schools are located in 98356.
What is the racial composition of students in 98356?
98356 public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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