For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 591 students in 98851, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98851, WA are Rise Academy, Soap Lake Elementary School and Soap Lake Middle & High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98851 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 22% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98851, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98851, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rise Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
120 E Main St
Soap Lake, WA 98851
(509) 246-0572
Soap Lake, WA 98851
(509) 246-0572
Gr: 9-12
Rank: #22.
Soap Lake Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
410 Ginkgo St S
Soap Lake, WA 98851
(509) 246-1323
Soap Lake, WA 98851
(509) 246-1323
Gr: PK-6 | 328 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #33.
Soap Lake Middle & High School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
527 2nd Ave Sw
Soap Lake, WA 98851
(509) 246-1201
Soap Lake, WA 98851
(509) 246-1201
Gr: 7-12 | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98851, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98851, WA include Rise Academy, Soap Lake Elementary School and Soap Lake Middle & High School.
How many public schools are located in 98851?
3 public schools are located in 98851.
What is the racial composition of students in 98851?
98851 public schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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