For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 875 students in 98953, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98953, WA are Hilton Elementary School, Zillah Intermediate School and Zillah Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98953 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98953, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98953, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hilton Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 65-69% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
211 Fourth Avenue
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5400
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5400
Gr: PK-2 | 305 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Zillah Intermediate School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
303 Second Avenue
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5555
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5555
Gr: 3-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #33.
Zillah Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1301 Cutler Way
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5511
Zillah, WA 98953
(509) 829-5511
Gr: 6-8 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98953, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98953, WA include Hilton Elementary School, Zillah Intermediate School and Zillah Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98953?
3 public elementary schools are located in 98953.
What is the racial composition of students in 98953?
98953 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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