Best Public Schools in Zip Code 99337

This analysis covers eight public schools in Kennewick, Washington's 99337 zip code, serving about 3,425 students from elementary through high school across the Kennewick School District and the Finley School District.

There is a significant performance gap between the two districts. Schools in the Kennewick School District generally perform better, with Southgate Elementary School standing out as the top performer, exceeding state averages in math and science. In contrast, schools in the Finley School District, like Finley Elementary, face greater academic challenges and rank in the lowest percentiles statewide.

Key areas for parents to consider include middle school math, where both Horse Heaven Hills Middle School and Finley Middle School show low proficiency, and high school completion, as River View High School's graduation rate trails the state average. While all schools serve a high percentage of economically disadvantaged students, the success of Southgate Elementary School demonstrates that strong academic outcomes are possible in the area.