Best Schools in Pasco, Washington
36 schools · 22 Elementary · 4 Middle · 5 High · 5 Other
Choosing a school in Pasco?
Use this page to compare every school in Pasco by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Internet Pasco Academy of Learning
Elementary · Pasco School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Edwin Markham Elementary
Elementary · Pasco School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Columbia River Elementary
Elementary · Pasco School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Pasco for 2026 are Internet Pasco Academy of Learning (9.3/10), Edwin Markham Elementary (8.7/10), and Columbia River Elementary (8.1/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 26 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
36
29 public · 7 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$353,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
36
29 public · 7 private
Avg Score
6.5
out of 10
Median Home
$353,300
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 9.3/10 despite 62% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.3 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Pasco schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +19.2 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Pasco schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Pasco
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 26 rated schools; 36 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Internet Pasco Academy of Learning | 9.3 / 10 |
| 2 | Edwin Markham Elementary | 8.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Columbia River Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 4 | James Mcgee Elementary | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Longfellow Elementary | 7.9 / 10 |
| 6 | Barbara Mcclintock Stem Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 7 | Robert Frost Elementary | 7.7 / 10 |
| 8 | Three Rivers Elementary | 7.5 / 10 |
| 9 | Rosalind Franklin Stem Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Maya Angelou Elementary | 7.0 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.5/10
- Median household income
- $82,517
- Median home value
- $353,300
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 22%
- Avg commute
- 22 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
39% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Pasco compares
Washington rank
#70 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.2
above Washington avg (6.3)
Median household income
$83k
93% of Washington median
Schools in this city
36
Pasco School District runs Pasco's public schools
29 public schools. Pasco School District is the dominant district on the page.
Every assigned public school in Pasco is a Pasco School District school (28 of 29).
Among 26 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.7 to 9.3 — the spread is inside Pasco, not a citywide average.
- Pasco School District28 public · 97%
- Educational Service District 1231 public · 3%
About Schools in Pasco, Washington
Pasco, Washington has 28 ranked public schools, all within the Pasco School District. The city average sits at 6.0 out of 10 — a baseline that tells parents most schools cluster in the mid-range, with real variation at the top. Seven schools, 25% of the ranked set, score 7 or above, giving families with strong academic priorities several concrete targets to investigate.
The elementary tier holds Pasco's strongest performers. Edwin Markham Elementary leads the city at 9.2 out of 10 — the highest score in Pasco and a substantial gap above the city average. Ruth Livingston Elementary (8.4) and Internet Pasco Academy of Learning (8.1) form a top three that all clear the 8-point mark. Barbara McClintock STEM Elementary and Columbia River Elementary both score 7.2, adding depth to the upper quartile. Every one of Pasco's top five schools is an elementary school, which means the city's strongest academic options concentrate squarely in the K–5 years.
For families with middle- or high-school-age children, the picture is a tighter performance band. The 6.0 city average reflects a landscape where most schools deliver competent but not standout results. Parents researching those grade levels should examine individual school scores rather than leaning on the city average, and weigh program offerings and enrollment requirements alongside the rankings.
Practically, Pasco rewards early research. The 25% of schools at 7 or above is a workable shortlist, but those seven schools won't all align with every family's address or enrollment window. Edwin Markham Elementary's 9.2 score makes it the clearest anchor point for parents of young children. From there, Livingston and Internet Pasco Academy of Learning offer comparable quality with potentially different program profiles. The most efficient path: map your address against attendance boundaries first, then filter by score. That sequence narrows the field quickly and surfaces the schools most likely to be both accessible and academically strong.
Elementary Schools
22 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 52 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.3 |
| 2 | 234 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.7 |
| 3 | 609 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.1 |
| 4 | 459 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.0 |
| 5 | 315 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.9 |
| 6 | 625 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.8 |
| 7 | 487 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.7 |
| 8 | 656 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.5 |
| 9 | 525 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 10 | 579 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.0 |
Show all 22 elementary schools in Pasco
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,289 students · 6th–8th | 5.7 |
| 2 | 938 students · 6th–8th | 5.2 |
| 3 | 1,087 students · 6th–8th | 4.8 |
| 4 | 859 students · 6th–8th | 4.5 |
High Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 250 students · 9th–12th | 6.2 | ||
| 2 | 3,163 students · 8th–12th | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 374 students · 6th–12th | 5.3 | ||
| 4 | 2,515 students · 9th–12th | 4.5 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Tri-Cities PrepPrivate 216 students · 9th–12th | Not Rated | ||
Other Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 68 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.8 | ||
| 2 | 280 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 4.6 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 62 students · Pre-K–11th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | Kingspoint Christian SchoolPrivate 108 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
| 3 | Tri-City Adventist SchoolPrivate 98 students · Kindergarten–10th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Pasco
Pasco, Washington · 36 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$82,517
Median Home Value
$353,300
Median Rent
$1,195/mo
Population
86,467
College Educated
22%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Pasco has a median household income of $82,517. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $353,300, with a median rent of $1,195/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 22 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 22
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 5
- Other
- 5
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Pasco, Washington
How many schools are in Pasco, Washington?
Pasco has 36 schools, including 29 public and 7 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Pasco, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Pasco is 6.5 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Pasco, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Pasco on MySchoolScout is Internet Pasco Academy of Learning with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best elementary school in Pasco, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Pasco on MySchoolScout is Internet Pasco Academy of Learning with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What is the best middle school in Pasco, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Pasco on MySchoolScout is Ray Reynolds Middle School with a composite score of 5.7/10.
What is the best high school in Pasco, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Pasco on MySchoolScout is Chiawana Senior High School with a composite score of 5.8/10.
How many school districts serve Pasco, Washington?
Pasco is served by 2 school districts: Educational Service District 123, Pasco School District.
What is the education level in Pasco, Washington?
According to Census data, 22% of adults in Pasco have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Pasco, Washington?
The median household income in Pasco is approximately $82,517 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Pasco, Washington?
Yes, Pasco has 7 private schools alongside 29 public schools. The top-rated private school is Riverview Baptist Christian Schools with a score of 7.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Pasco, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Pasco is 22.6:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Pasco, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.