For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 759 students in 98642, WA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 98642, WA are View Ridge Middle School and Wisdom Ridge Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98642 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98642, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98642, WA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
View Ridge Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
3215 S Hillhurst Rd
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1400
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 619-1400
Grades: 7-8
| 627 students
Rank: #22.
Wisdom Ridge Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
5645 S 11th St Ste A101
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Ridgefield, WA 98642
(360) 295-8500
Grades: K-12
| 132 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 98642, WA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 98642, WA include View Ridge Middle School and Wisdom Ridge Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in 98642?
2 public middle schools are located in 98642.
What is the racial composition of students in 98642?
98642 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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