For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 6,614 students in 99338, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 99338, WA are Cottonwood Elementary School, Ridge View Elementary School and Sage Crest Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 99338 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 99338, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 99338, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cottonwood Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
16734 S. Cottonwood Creek Blvd
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6404
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6404
Gr: K-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Ridge View Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7001 West 13th Avenue
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 734-3650
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 734-3650
Gr: K-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #33.
Sage Crest Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 62%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6411 W 38th Ave
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6500
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6500
Gr: K-5 | 649 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Desert Hills Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1701 S Clodfelter Rd
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6600
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6600
Gr: 6-8 | 897 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #55.
Southridge High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3520 Southridge Boulevard
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 734-3800
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 734-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,643 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #66.
Phoenix High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3520 Southridge Boulevard
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6039
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6039
Gr: 9-12 | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #77.
Chinook Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6011 W 10th Place
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-7500
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-7500
Gr: 6-8 | 919 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #88.
Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4901 West 21st Avenue
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-5700
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-5700
Gr: K-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #99.
Mid-columbia Parent Partnership
Alternative School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5980 W 12th Ave
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-5036
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-5036
Gr: K-12 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #1010.
Fuerza Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
6011 W 10th Pl
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-7700
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 588 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #1111.
Legacy High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
4624 W 10th Ave
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6552
Kennewick, WA 99338
(509) 222-6552
Gr: 6-12 | 238 students Student-teacher ratio: 30:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 99338, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 99338, WA include Cottonwood Elementary School, Ridge View Elementary School and Sage Crest Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 99338?
11 public schools are located in 99338.
What is the racial composition of students in 99338?
99338 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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