For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,380 students in 98685, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98685, WA are Alki Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98685 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98685, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98685, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alki Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1800 Nw Bliss Rd
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-3200
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Thomas Jefferson Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3000 Nw 119th St
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-3700
Vancouver, WA 98685
(360) 313-3700
Gr: 6-8 | 786 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98685, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98685, WA include Alki Middle School and Thomas Jefferson Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98685?
2 public middle schools are located in 98685.
What is the racial composition of students in 98685?
98685 public middle schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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