For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 256 students in Waterville, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in Waterville, WA are Waterville High School and Waterville Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Waterville, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Waterville have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Waterville, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Waterville High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 E Birch St.
Waterville, WA 98858
(509) 745-8583
Waterville, WA 98858
(509) 745-8583
Gr: 6-12 | 127 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Waterville Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
200 E Birch St
Waterville, WA 98858
(509) 745-8583
Waterville, WA 98858
(509) 745-8583
Gr: K-5 | 129 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Waterville, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Waterville, WA include Waterville High School and Waterville Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Waterville?
2 public schools are located in Waterville.
What is the racial composition of students in Waterville?
Waterville public schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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