Best Schools in Toppenish, Washington
9 schools · 4 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Toppenish by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Lincoln Elementary School
Elementary · Toppenish School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Valley View Elementary
Elementary · Toppenish School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Garfield Elementary School
Elementary · Toppenish 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 Toppenish for 2026 are Lincoln Elementary School (8.1/10), Valley View Elementary (7.6/10), and Garfield Elementary School (6.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 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
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$217,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
9
in this city
Avg Score
6.1
out of 10
Median Home
$217,800
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +5.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Toppenish schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Toppenish
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Elementary School | 8.1 / 10 |
| 2 | Valley View Elementary | 7.6 / 10 |
| 3 | Garfield Elementary School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Toppenish Middle School | 5.5 / 10 |
| 5 | Toppenish High School | 5.4 / 10 |
| 6 | Computer Academy Toppenish High School | 5.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Kirkwood Elementary School | 5.2 / 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
- 6.1/10
- Median household income
- $67,217
- Median home value
- $217,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 9%
- Avg commute
- 20 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 59%
25% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Toppenish compares
Washington rank
#94 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.3
below Washington avg (6.4)
Median household income
$67k
75% of Washington median
Schools in this city
8
About Schools in Toppenish, Washington
Toppenish, Washington is home to 9 schools, including 9 public schools. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.
With an average rating of 6.1 out of 10, schools in Toppenish show moderate performance 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 Toppenish is Lincoln Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Toppenish is served by 2 school districts: Toppenish School District, Yakama Nation Tribal School. These districts collectively serve 3,998 students.
Toppenish's community shows 9% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $67,217. The poverty rate in the area is 16.3%.
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
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 280 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 |
| 2 | 454 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.6 |
| 3 | 344 students · Kindergarten–5th | 6.4 |
| 4 | 404 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.2 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 772 students · 6th–8th | 5.5 |
High Schools
3 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 988 students · 9th–12th | 5.4 |
| 2 | 249 students · 6th–12th | 5.3 |
| 3 | 153 students · 8th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 228 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.1 |
Schools in Toppenish
Toppenish, Washington · 9 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$67,217
Median Home Value
$217,800
Median Rent
$978/mo
Population
12,960
College Educated
9%
Homeownership
59%
Avg Commute
20 min
Poverty Rate
16.3%
Community Profile
Toppenish has a median household income of $67,217. It is a community where 9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $217,800, with a median rent of $978/month. The area has a poverty rate of 16.3%. The average commute for residents is 20 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 4
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 3
- Other
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Toppenish, Washington
How many schools are in Toppenish, Washington?
Toppenish has 9 schools, including 9 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Toppenish, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Toppenish is 6.1 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 Toppenish, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Toppenish on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best elementary school in Toppenish, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Toppenish on MySchoolScout is Lincoln Elementary School with a composite score of 8.1/10.
What is the best middle school in Toppenish, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Toppenish on MySchoolScout is Toppenish Middle School with a composite score of 5.5/10.
What is the best high school in Toppenish, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Toppenish on MySchoolScout is Toppenish High School with a composite score of 5.4/10.
How many school districts serve Toppenish, Washington?
Toppenish is served by 2 school districts: Toppenish School District, Yakama Nation Tribal School.
What is the education level in Toppenish, Washington?
According to Census data, 9% of adults in Toppenish have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Toppenish, Washington?
The median household income in Toppenish is approximately $67,217 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Toppenish, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Toppenish is 42.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Toppenish, 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.