For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public high schools serving 3,677 students in 98501, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98501, WA are Olympia High School, Avanti High School and Tumwater High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98501 have an average math proficiency score of 48% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98501, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98501 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tumwater High School, with 95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98501, WA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Olympia High School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1302 North St Se
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 596-7000
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 596-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,901 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Avanti High School
Alternative School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1113 Legion Way Se
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 596-7900
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 596-7900
Gr: 9-12 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Tumwater High School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
700 Israel Road
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 709-7600
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 709-7600
Gr: 9-12 | 1,117 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #44.
Olympia Regional Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2400 15th Ave Se
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 596-7730
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 596-7730
Gr: K-12 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
New Market High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7299 New Market Street Sw
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 570-4500
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 570-4500
Gr: 10-12 | 61 students Student-teacher ratio: 31:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: n/an/a
New Market Skills Center
Vocational School
7299 New Market Street Sw
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 570-4500
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 570-4500
Gr: 11-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 43:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98501, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98501, WA include Olympia High School, Avanti High School and Tumwater High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98501?
6 public high schools are located in 98501.
What is the racial composition of students in 98501?
98501 public high schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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