8.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Waitsburg, Washington

1 schools · 1 Elementary

Last updated: May 2026

Public: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 8.3/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 8.3/10
Median household income: $91,742
Median home value: $290,500
Bachelor's degree or higher: 24%
Avg commute: 28 min
Owner-occupied homes: 65%

How Waitsburg compares

Median household income

$92k

103% of Washington median

About Schools in Waitsburg, Washington

Waitsburg, Washington is home to 1 schools, including 1 public school. The city's schools span 1 elementary school.

With an average rating of 8.3 out of 10, schools in Waitsburg perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Waitsburg is Waitsburg Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Waitsburg is served by 1 school district: Waitsburg School District.

Waitsburg's community shows 24% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $91,742. The poverty rate in the area is 9.6%.

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.

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Elementary Schools

1 school

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Waitsburg Elementary School 146 students · Pre-K–5th	146	Pre-K–5th	8.3

Schools in Waitsburg

Waitsburg, Washington · 1 school

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$91,742

Median Home Value

$290,500

Median Rent

$1,038/mo

Population

1,800

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Community Profile

Waitsburg has a median household income of $91,742. It is a community where 24% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $290,500, with a median rent of $1,038/month. The local poverty rate of 9.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

State: Washington
Total Schools: 1
Elementary: 1
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 8.3/10

Resources

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School District

Waitsburg School District

3 schools

Nearby Cities

Walla Walla (19 schools)

16 mi

College Place (5 schools)

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How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Waitsburg, Washington

How many schools are in Waitsburg, Washington?

Waitsburg has 1 schools, including 1 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Waitsburg, Washington?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Waitsburg is 8.3 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Waitsburg, Washington?

The top-ranked school in Waitsburg on MySchoolScout is Waitsburg Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

What is the best elementary school in Waitsburg, Washington?

The top-ranked elementary school in Waitsburg on MySchoolScout is Waitsburg Elementary School with a composite score of 8.3/10.

How many school districts serve Waitsburg, Washington?

Waitsburg is served by 1 school district: Waitsburg School District.

What is the education level in Waitsburg, Washington?

According to Census data, 24% of adults in Waitsburg have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Waitsburg, Washington?

The median household income in Waitsburg is approximately $91,742 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Waitsburg, Washington?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Waitsburg is 20.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Waitsburg, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.