For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 1,861 students in 98541, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98541, WA are East Grays Harbor High School, Elma Elementary School and Elma High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98541 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 45% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98541, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98541, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
East Grays Harbor High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
705 West Waldrip
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Elma Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1235 Monte-elma Rd
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-2632
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-2632
Gr: PK-5 | 688 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Elma High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1011 West Main
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-3121
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-3121
Gr: 9-12 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Elma Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
805 West Main
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-2237
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-2237
Gr: 6-8 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Mary M. Knight School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2987 W Matlock Brady Rd
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 426-6767
Gr: PK-12 | 184 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: n/an/a
705 W Waldrip
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Gr: K-12 | 41 students Student-teacher ratio: 41:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: n/an/a
East Grays Harbor Open Doors
Alternative School
705 W Waldrip
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Elma, WA 98541
(360) 482-5086
Gr: 9-12 | 42 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98541, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98541, WA include East Grays Harbor High School, Elma Elementary School and Elma High School.
How many public schools are located in 98541?
7 public schools are located in 98541.
What is the racial composition of students in 98541?
98541 public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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