For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 118 students in 98846, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 98846, WA is Pateros Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98846 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98846, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98846, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pateros Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
344 W Beach St.
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2343
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2343
Gr: K-6 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: n/an/a
Pateros Alternative School
Alternative School
344 W Beach Street
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2751
Pateros, WA 98846
(509) 923-2751
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98846, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98846, WA include Pateros Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98846?
2 public elementary schools are located in 98846.
What is the racial composition of students in 98846?
98846 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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