For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,407 students in 98926, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98926, WA are Damman Elementary School, Valley View Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98926 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98926, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98926, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Damman Elementary School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
41 Manastash Rd
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 962-9079
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 962-9079
Gr: K-5 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
Valley View Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1508 E 3rd
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-7316
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-7316
Gr: K-5 | 408 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2100 N. Cora
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8050
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8050
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Mt. Stuart Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1701 N. Cora St
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8400
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8400
Gr: K-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #55.
Morgan Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 E First
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8200
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8200
Gr: 6-8 | 772 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Ellensburg Choice Schools
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
210 Ruby Street
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8181
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8181
Gr: K-12 | 148 students Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
2100 N Cora St
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8070
Ellensburg, WA 98926
(509) 925-8070
Gr: K-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98926, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98926, WA include Damman Elementary School, Valley View Elementary School and Lincoln Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98926?
7 public elementary schools are located in 98926.
What is the racial composition of students in 98926?
98926 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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