For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 4,220 students in 98512, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98512, WA are Michael T Simmons Elementary School, Black Lake Elementary School and Littlerock Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98512 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98512, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98512, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Michael T Simmons Elementary School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1205 2nd Avenue Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7100
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7100
Grades: K-5
| 442 students
Rank: #22.
Black Lake Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6345 Belmore-black Lake Road
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7350
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7350
Grades: K-5
| 397 students
Rank: #33.
Littlerock Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12710 Littlerock Rd Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7250
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7250
Grades: PK-5
| 344 students
Rank: #44.
A G West Black Hills High School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7741 Littlerock Road Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7800
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7800
Grades: 9-12
| 792 students
Rank: #55.
Tumwater Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6335 Littlerock Road Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7500
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7500
Grades: 6-8
| 633 students
Rank: #66.
George Bush Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2120 83rd Avenue Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7400
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7400
Grades: 6-8
| 757 students
Rank: #77.
Tumwater Hill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3120 Ridgeview St Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7300
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7300
Grades: PK-5
| 380 students
Rank: #88.
Thurs Co Juv Det/tumwater West E
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2801 32nd Avenue Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-3198
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-3198
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students
Rank: #99.
Cascadia High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7299 New Market St Sw Bldg E
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7760
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 709-7760
Grades: 8-12
| 116 students
Rank: n/an/a
Esd 113 Consortium Reengagement Program
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
6005 Tyee Dr. Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 464-6700
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 464-6700
Grades: 11-12
| 344 students
98512, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Gravity Re-engagement School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
6005 Tyee Dr Sw
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 942-3415
Olympia, WA 98512
(360) 942-3415
Grades: 9-12
| 70 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98512, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98512, WA include Michael T Simmons Elementary School, Black Lake Elementary School and Littlerock Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98512?
10 public schools are located in 98512.
What is the racial composition of students in 98512?
98512 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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