For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 316 students in 98638, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98638, WA are Naselle-grays River Valley Jr Sr High Schools and Naselle-grays River Valley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98638 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98638, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98638, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Naselle-grays River Valley Jr Sr High Schools
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
793 Sr 4
Naselle, WA 98638
(360) 484-7121
Naselle, WA 98638
(360) 484-7121
Gr: 6-12 | 189 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #22.
Naselle-grays River Valley Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
793 Sr 4
Naselle, WA 98638
(360) 484-7121
Naselle, WA 98638
(360) 484-7121
Gr: K-5 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98638, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98638, WA include Naselle-grays River Valley Jr Sr High Schools and Naselle-grays River Valley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98638?
2 public schools are located in 98638.
What is the racial composition of students in 98638?
98638 public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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