Best Schools in Ritzville, Washington
3 schools · 1 Elementary · 2 High
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Use this page to compare every school in Ritzville by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Ritzville Grade School
Elementary · Ritzville School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Lind-ritzville High School
High · Lind School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Ritzville High School
High · Ritzville School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Ritzville for 2026 are Ritzville Grade School (8.5/10), Lind-ritzville High School (6.7/10), and Ritzville High School (6.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 3 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
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$210,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
3
in this city
Avg Score
7.2
out of 10
Median Home
$210,700
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Ritzville schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Ritzville
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (3 of 3). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ritzville Grade School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Lind-ritzville High School | 6.7 / 10 |
| 3 | Ritzville High School | 6.5 / 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
- 7.2/10
- Median household income
- $66,161
- Median home value
- $210,700
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 23%
- Avg commute
- 18 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 78%
33% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Ritzville compares
Washington rank
#34 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.9
above Washington avg (6.4)
Median household income
$66k
74% of Washington median
Schools in this city
3
About Schools in Ritzville, Washington
Ritzville, Washington is home to 3 schools, including 3 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, , and 2 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.2 out of 10, schools in Ritzville perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Ritzville is Ritzville Grade School with a composite score of 8.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Ritzville is served by 2 school districts: Lind School District, Ritzville School District. These districts collectively serve 606 students.
Ritzville's community shows 23% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $66,161. The poverty rate in the area is 9.1%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 182 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.5 |
High Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 47 students · 9th–12th | 6.7 |
| 2 | 128 students · 9th–12th | 6.5 |
Schools in Ritzville
Ritzville, Washington · 3 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$66,161
Median Home Value
$210,700
Median Rent
$859/mo
Population
2,637
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
78%
Avg Commute
18 min
Poverty Rate
9.1%
Community Profile
Ritzville has a median household income of $66,161. It is a community where 23% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $210,700, with a median rent of $859/month. The local poverty rate of 9.1% is relatively low. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 18 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 1
- High
- 2
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Common questions about schools in Ritzville, Washington
How many schools are in Ritzville, Washington?
Ritzville has 3 schools, including 3 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Ritzville, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Ritzville is 7.2 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 Ritzville, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Ritzville on MySchoolScout is Ritzville Grade School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best elementary school in Ritzville, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Ritzville on MySchoolScout is Ritzville Grade School with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What is the best high school in Ritzville, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Ritzville on MySchoolScout is Lind-ritzville High School with a composite score of 6.7/10.
How many school districts serve Ritzville, Washington?
Ritzville is served by 2 school districts: Lind School District, Ritzville School District.
What is the education level in Ritzville, Washington?
According to Census data, 23% of adults in Ritzville have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Ritzville, Washington?
The median household income in Ritzville is approximately $66,161 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Ritzville, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Ritzville is 16.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Ritzville, 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.