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Best 99352 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 18 public schools serving 11,723 students in 99352, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 187 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 99352, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 99352, WA are Amon Creek Elementary School, Orchard Elementary School and White Bluffs Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99352 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99352, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 99352, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Amon Creek Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
18 Center Parkway
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 222-7600
Gr: PK-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1600 Gala Way
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6175
Gr: PK-5 | 594 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
White Bluffs Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1250 Kensington
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6575
Gr: PK-5 | 653 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #44.
Hanford High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
450 Hanford Street
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,959 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Lewis & Clark Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
415 Jadwin
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6275
Gr: PK-5 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #66.
Three Rivers Home Link
Alternative School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1710 Van Giesen
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6450
Gr: K-12 | 756 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #77.
Richland High School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
930 Long Ave
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6535
Gr: 9-12 | 2,218 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #88.
Badger Mountain Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1515 Elementary Street
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6225
Gr: K-5 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #99.
Jason Lee Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
1750 Mcmurray
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6475
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #1010.
Marcus Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1704 Gray St.
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6300
Gr: K-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #1111.
Sacajawea Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
535 Fuller St.
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6325
Gr: K-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #1212.
Chief Joseph Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
504 Wilson
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 659 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #1313.
Carmichael Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
620 Thayer Drive
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6425
Gr: 6-8 | 791 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #1414.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1550 George Washington Way
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6250
Gr: PK-5 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1515.
Rivers Edge High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
975 Gillespie
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6450
Gr: 9-12 | 245 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Richland School District Early Learning Center
1525 Hunt
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 967-6082
Gr: PK | 301 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: n/an/a
Star Elementary School
24180 Pasco-kahlotus Rd.
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 547-2704
Gr: K-6
Rank: n/an/a
Twin Rivers Group Home
605 Mcmurray
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 734-7120
Gr: 9-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 99352, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 99352, WA include Amon Creek Elementary School, Orchard Elementary School and White Bluffs Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99352?
18 public schools are located in 99352.
What percentage of students in 99352 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 99352 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 99352?
99352 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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