For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 417 students in 98862, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98862, WA are Methow Valley Independent Learning Center, Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School and Alternative Educational Experience. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98862 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98862, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98862 have a Graduation Rate of 81%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School, with ≥90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98862, WA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Methow Valley Independent Learning Center
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
220 Hwy 20
Winthrop, WA 98862
(509) 997-8006
Winthrop, WA 98862
(509) 997-8006
Gr: 9-12 | 39 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Rank: #22.
Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
24 Twin Lakes Rd.
Winthrop, WA 98862
(509) 996-2215
Winthrop, WA 98862
(509) 996-2215
Gr: 6-12 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 16%
Rank: #33.
Alternative Educational Experience
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
18 Twin Lakes Rd.
Winthrop, WA 98862
(509) 996-9205
Winthrop, WA 98862
(509) 996-9205
Gr: K-12 | 28 students Minority enrollment: 11%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98862, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98862, WA include Methow Valley Independent Learning Center, Liberty Bell Jr Sr High School and Alternative Educational Experience.
How many public high schools are located in 98862?
3 public high schools are located in 98862.
What is the racial composition of students in 98862?
98862 public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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