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Best 98596 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 856 students in 98596, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98596, WA are Evaline Elementary School, Winolequa Learning Academy and Winlock Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98596 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 42% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98596, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98596, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evaline Elementary School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
111 Schoolhouse Rd
Winlock, WA 98596
(360) 785-3460
Gr: K-6 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #22.
Winolequa Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
411 Nw Arden Street
Winlock, WA 98596
(360) 785-3582
Gr: 6-12
Rank: #33.
Winlock Senior High School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
241 North Military Road
Winlock, WA 98596
(360) 785-3537
Gr: 9-12 | 226 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Winlock Middle School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
241 North Military Road
Winlock, WA 98596
(360) 785-3046
Gr: 6-8 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Winlock Miller Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
405 Nw Benton
Winlock, WA 98596
(360) 785-3516
Gr: PK-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 25%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98596, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98596, WA include Evaline Elementary School, Winolequa Learning Academy and Winlock Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 98596?
5 public schools are located in 98596.
What is the racial composition of students in 98596?
98596 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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