Best Rainier Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,017 students in Rainier, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in Rainier, WA are Rainier Senior High School, Rainier Elementary School and Rainier Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Rainier, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Rainier have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Rainier, WA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rainier Senior High School
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
308 2nd St W
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-2205
Gr: 9-12 | 283 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
Rainier Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
600 W 3rd
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-4020
Gr: PK-5 | 493 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Rainier Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
202 2nd St. W
Rainier, WA 98576
(360) 446-2206
Gr: 6-8 | 241 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 18%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Rainier, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Rainier, WA include Rainier Senior High School, Rainier Elementary School and Rainier Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Rainier?
3 public schools are located in Rainier.
What is the racial composition of students in Rainier?
Rainier public schools minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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