For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,440 students in 99026, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 99026, WA are Lakeside Middle School, Lakeside High School and Nine Mile Falls Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99026 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99026, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99026, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakeside Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6169 Highway 291
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4100
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #22.
Lakeside High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5909 Hwy 291
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4200
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 494 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Nine Mile Falls Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10102 W. Charles Rd
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4010
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4010
Gr: K-5 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #44.
Lake Spokane Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6015 Hwy 291
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4040
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4040
Gr: PK-5 | 461 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 11%
Rank: n/an/a
Nine Mile Family Partnership Program
Alternative School
10102 W Charles Rd
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4010
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4010
Gr: K-8 | 51 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Re-engagement School (Nine Mile Falls)
Alternative School
5909 Highway 291
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4200
Nine Mile Falls, WA 99026
(509) 340-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 5 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99026, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 99026, WA include Lakeside Middle School, Lakeside High School and Nine Mile Falls Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99026?
6 public schools are located in 99026.
What is the racial composition of students in 99026?
99026 public schools minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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