For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,574 students in Colbert, WA (there are , serving 999 private students). 61% of all K-12 students in Colbert, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Colbert, WA are Midway Elementary School, Colbert Elementary School and Mountainside Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Colbert, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Colbert have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Colbert, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
821 E Midway Rd
Colbert, WA 99005
(509) 465-6700
Colbert, WA 99005
(509) 465-6700
Gr: K-5 | 403 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #22.
Colbert Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4625 E Greenbluff Rd
Colbert, WA 99005
(509) 465-6300
Colbert, WA 99005
(509) 465-6300
Gr: K-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #33.
Mountainside Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
4717 E Day Mt. Spokane Rd
Colbert, WA 99005
(509) 465-7400
Colbert, WA 99005
(509) 465-7400
Gr: 6-8 | 775 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Colbert, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Colbert, WA include Midway Elementary School, Colbert Elementary School and Mountainside Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Colbert?
3 public schools are located in Colbert.
What percentage of students in Colbert go to public school?
61% of all K-12 students in Colbert are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Colbert?
Colbert public schools minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Colbert are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Colbert include: Colbert Elementary School vs. Midway Elementary School, Midway Elementary School vs. Colbert Elementary School
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