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Best Othello Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,654 students in Othello, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 10 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in Othello, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Othello, WA are Wahitis Elementary School, Scootney Springs Elementary School and Hiawatha Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Othello, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Othello have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Othello, WA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Wahitis Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
905 South 14th Avenue
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-2659
Gr: K-6 | 606 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #22.
Scootney Springs Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
695 S 14th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9625
Gr: K-6 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #33.
Hiawatha Elementary School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
506 N 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3389
Gr: K-6 | 579 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
Othello High School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
340 S 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3351
Gr: 9-12 | 1,338 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: #55.
Lutacaga Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 22%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
795 S 7th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-9669
Gr: K-6 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Rank: #66.
Mcfarland Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
790 S 10th Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-3326
Gr: 6-8 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #77.
Desert Oasis High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
825 E. Ash St.
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-2659
Gr: 9-12 | 117 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Center
Magnet School
1335 S. Ash St.
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4544
Gr: PK | 146 students Student-teacher ratio: 73:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: n/an/a
Open Door Re-engagement
Alternative School
165 N.1st Ave
Othello, WA 99344
(509) 488-4534
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Minority enrollment: 85%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Othello, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Othello, WA include Wahitis Elementary School, Scootney Springs Elementary School and Hiawatha Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Othello?
9 public schools are located in Othello.
What percentage of students in Othello go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in Othello are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Othello?
Othello public schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Othello are often viewed compared to one another?

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