For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,647 students in 98501, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98501, WA are Washington Middle School and Olympia Regional Learning Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98501 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98501, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98501, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3100 Cain Rd Se
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 596-3000
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 596-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
Olympia Regional Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2400 15th Ave Se
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 596-7730
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 596-7730
Gr: K-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98501, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98501, WA include Washington Middle School and Olympia Regional Learning Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 98501?
3 public middle schools are located in 98501.
What is the racial composition of students in 98501?
98501 public middle schools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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