For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public middle schools serving 2,331 students in 98366, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98366, WA are John Sedgwick Middle School, Cedar Heights Middle School and Explorer Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98366 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98366, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98366, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Sedgwick Middle School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8995 Se Sedgwick Rd
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6090
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6090
Gr: 6-8 | 731 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Cedar Heights Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2220 Pottery Ave
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6020
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6020
Gr: 6-8 | 689 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Explorer Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1723 Wolves Dr
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3605
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 443-3605
Gr: K-12 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Kitsap Co Detention Center
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1338 Sw Old Clifton Rd
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 337-5401
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 337-5401
Gr: 8-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #55.
Marcus Whitman Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1887 Madrona Dr Se
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6160
Port Orchard, WA 98366
(360) 874-6160
Gr: 6-8 | 623 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98366, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98366, WA include John Sedgwick Middle School, Cedar Heights Middle School and Explorer Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 98366?
5 public middle schools are located in 98366.
What is the racial composition of students in 98366?
98366 public middle schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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