For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,374 students in 98531, WA (there are , serving 256 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 98531, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98531, WA are Edison Elementary School, Futurus High School and Centralia High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98531 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98531, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98531, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Edison Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
607 H Street
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7631
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7631
Grades: K-6
| 289 students
Rank: #22.
Futurus High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
906 Johnson Road
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 827-6430
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 827-6430
Grades: 9-12
| 53 students
Rank: #33.
Centralia High School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
813 Eshom Road
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7605
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7605
Grades: 9-12
| 993 students
Rank: #44.
Centralia Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
901 Johnson Road
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7619
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7619
Grades: 7-8
| 528 students
Rank: #55.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
800 Field Street
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7641
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7641
Grades: K-6
| 286 students
Rank: #66.
Fords Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 27%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1620 Harrison Avenue
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7633
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7633
Grades: K-6
| 444 students
Rank: #77.
Oakview Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
201 Oakview Avenue
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7638
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7638
Grades: K-6
| 343 students
Rank: #88.
Jefferson Lincoln Elementary School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 21%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
400 West Summa
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7636
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7636
Grades: K-6
| 392 students
Rank: n/an/a
2320 Borst Ave
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7600
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 330-7600
Grades: PK
| 46 students
98531, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Maple Lane School (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
20311 Old Hwy 9 Sw
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 273-3156
Centralia, WA 98531
(360) 273-3156
Grades: 9-12
| 137 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98531, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98531, WA include Edison Elementary School, Futurus High School and Centralia High School.
How many public schools are located in 98531?
9 public schools are located in 98531.
What percentage of students in 98531 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 98531 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98531?
98531 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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