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Best 98512 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,245 students in 98512, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98512, WA are Michael T Simmons Elementary School, Black Lake Elementary School and Littlerock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98512 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98512, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98512, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Michael T Simmons Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1205 2nd Avenue Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 457 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Black Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6345 Belmore-black Lake Road
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7350
Gr: K-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Littlerock Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
12710 Littlerock Rd Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7250
Gr: PK-5 | 343 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
A G West Black Hills High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7741 Littlerock Road Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7800
Gr: 9-12 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Tumwater Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6335 Littlerock Road Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #66.
George Bush Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
2120 83rd Avenue Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 762 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #77.
Tumwater Hill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
3120 Ridgeview St Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7300
Gr: PK-5 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #88.
Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
2801 32nd Avenue Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-3198
Gr: 6-12 | 5 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #99.
Cascadia High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
7299 New Market St Sw Bldg E
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7760
Gr: 8-12 | 134 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Esd 113 Consortium Reengagement Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
6005 Tyee Dr. Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 464-6700
Gr: 11-12 | 344 students Minority enrollment: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98512, WA?
How many public schools are located in 98512?
10 public schools are located in 98512.
What is the racial composition of students in 98512?
98512 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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