6.1 avg / 10

Best Schools in Walla Walla, Washington

19 schools · 7 Elementary · 2 Middle · 6 High · 4 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 15

Private: 4

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 6.1/10

Estimated Scores: 17%

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Elementary · Walla Walla Public Schools. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

The short answer

The top-rated schools in Walla Walla for 2026 are Prospect Point Elementary (8.2/10), Edison Elementary School (7.7/10), and Sharpstein Elementary School (7.5/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 15 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.

Best value · beats the odds

Prospect Point Elementary

Rates 8.2/10 despite 59% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.8 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 Walla Walla schools.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Lincoln High School

STAAR proficiency rose +10.9 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Walla Walla schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Walla Walla

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (15 of 19). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Prospect Point Elementary	8.2 / 10	Elementary	+1.8	83th
2	Edison Elementary School	7.7 / 10	Elementary	+1.6	76th
3	Sharpstein Elementary School	7.5 / 10	Elementary	+1.4	72th
4	Garrison Middle School	6.8 / 10	Middle	+0.6	59th
5	Desales Catholic High School	6.6 / 10	High	—	60th
6	Pioneer Middle School	6.4 / 10	Middle	+0.2	50th
7	Berney Elementary School	6.2 / 10	Elementary	-0.0	46th
8	Walla Walla Open Doors	6.1 / 10	High	+0.0	43th
9	Assumption School	6.0 / 10	Elementary	—	40th
10	St Basil Academy of Classical Studies	5.2 / 10	Other	—	18th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 6.1/10
Median household income: $70,660
Median home value: $398,000
Bachelor's degree or higher: 31%
Avg commute: 13 min
Owner-occupied homes: 65%

How Walla Walla compares

Washington rank

#93 of 193

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.3

below Washington avg (6.4)

Median household income

$71k

79% of Washington median

Schools in this city

18

About Schools in Walla Walla, Washington

Walla Walla's public school system spans 14 ranked schools — a compact footprint that gives parents a manageable field to evaluate. The district average sits at 6.5 out of 10, a score that reflects real variation across schools rather than uniform mediocrity. Five schools, or 36% of the ranked total, clear the 7-point threshold, meaning more than a third of options here perform meaningfully above the citywide mean.

Elementary education is where Walla Walla shows its strongest results. Sharpstein Elementary School leads the city at 8.5 out of 10, the highest score in the district and a clear benchmark for families prioritizing academics at the grade-school level. Prospect Point Elementary follows at 8.3, putting two top-tier elementary options within reach of most Walla Walla neighborhoods. Edison Elementary (7.8) rounds out a trio of high-performing elementaries, giving families with young children three credible choices above the district average before a student ever reaches middle school.

The secondary picture is more limited but includes one standout. SE Area Technical Skills Center earns a 7.5 rating at the high school level — the only high school in the ranked set to break the 7-point mark. For students who know early they want a career-and-technical track, this school offers both strong performance scores and a focused curriculum. Green Park Elementary (7.0) completes the above-average tier, keeping five schools clustered between 7.0 and 8.5. The remaining nine ranked schools fall below 7.0, which pulls the city average down and signals that school selection within Walla Walla matters more than the citywide number alone suggests.

For parents moving to or within Walla Walla, the practical read is straightforward: prioritize address-level assignment research early. The gap between the top school (8.5) and the district average (6.5) is two full points — a meaningful spread across 14 schools. Families who can choose between Sharpstein, Prospect Point, or Edison at the elementary level are working with some of the strongest options the city offers. At the high school stage, checking whether a student qualifies for SE Area Technical is worth the extra step, particularly for families interested in vocational pathways.

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Elementary Schools

7 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Prospect Point Elementary 465 students · Kindergarten–5th	465	Kindergarten–5th	8.2
2	Edison Elementary School 457 students · Kindergarten–5th	457	Kindergarten–5th	7.7
3	Sharpstein Elementary School 354 students · Kindergarten–5th	354	Kindergarten–5th	7.5
4	Berney Elementary School 371 students · Kindergarten–5th	371	Kindergarten–5th	6.2
5	Walla Walla Center for Children and Families 77 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten	77	Pre-K–Kindergarten	5.4
6	Green Park Elementary School 513 students · Kindergarten–5th	513	Kindergarten–5th	5.1
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Assumption School Private 188 students · Pre-K–8th	188	Pre-K–8th	6.0

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Garrison Middle School 552 students · 6th–8th	552	6th–8th	6.8
2	Pioneer Middle School 575 students · 6th–8th	575	6th–8th	6.4

High Schools

6 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Se Area Technical Skills Center 43 students · 11th–12th	43	11th–12th	7.6
2	Walla Walla Open Doors 103 students · 11th–12th	103	11th–12th	6.1
3	Lincoln High School 188 students · 6th–12th	188	6th–12th	5.1
4	Walla Walla High School 1,586 students · 9th–12th	1,586	9th–12th	5.0
5	Walla Walla County Juvenile Detention 6 students · 8th–12th	6	8th–12th	—
Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	Desales Catholic High School Private 81 students · 9th–12th	81	9th–12th	6.6

Other Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Head Start 110 students · Pre-K–Pre-K	110	Pre-K–Pre-K	6.3
2	Walla Walla Online 102 students · Kindergarten–12th	102	Kindergarten–12th	3.9
Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types.
1	St Basil Academy of Classical Studies Private 49 students · Kindergarten–9th	49	Kindergarten–9th	5.2
2	Liberty Christian School Private 101 students · Pre-K–9th	101	Pre-K–9th	4.3

Schools in Walla Walla

Walla Walla, Washington · 19 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$70,660

Median Home Value

$398,000

Median Rent

$1,148/mo

Population

42,794

College Educated

31%

Homeownership

65%

Avg Commute

13 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Community Profile

Walla Walla has a median household income of $70,660. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $398,000, with a median rent of $1,148/month. The area has a poverty rate of 12.1%. Residents enjoy a short average commute of 13 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Washington
Elementary: 7
Middle: 2
High: 6
Other: 4

Resources

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School District

Walla Walla Public Schools

17 schools · 5,534 students

Nearby Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Walla Walla, Washington

How many schools are in Walla Walla, Washington?

Walla Walla has 19 schools, including 15 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Walla Walla, Washington?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Walla Walla 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 Walla Walla, Washington?

The top-ranked school in Walla Walla on MySchoolScout is Prospect Point Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best elementary school in Walla Walla, Washington?

The top-ranked elementary school in Walla Walla on MySchoolScout is Prospect Point Elementary with a composite score of 8.2/10.

What is the best middle school in Walla Walla, Washington?

The top-ranked middle school in Walla Walla on MySchoolScout is Garrison Middle School with a composite score of 6.8/10.

What is the best high school in Walla Walla, Washington?

The top-ranked high school in Walla Walla on MySchoolScout is Desales Catholic High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.

How many school districts serve Walla Walla, Washington?

Walla Walla is served by 1 school district: Walla Walla Public Schools.

What is the education level in Walla Walla, Washington?

According to Census data, 31% of adults in Walla Walla have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Walla Walla, Washington?

The median household income in Walla Walla is approximately $70,660 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Walla Walla, Washington?

Yes, Walla Walla has 4 private schools alongside 15 public schools. The top-rated private school is Desales Catholic High School with a score of 6.6/10.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Walla Walla is 14.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Walla Walla, 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.