Westgate Elementary School

Westgate Elementary sits in Kennewick, a mid-sized city on the banks of the Columbia River in southeastern Washington, where the sunny high-desert climate and tight-knit community give the Tri-Cities area a distinct, unhurried feel. The school shows some of its strongest results in science, which may appeal to families with kids who are curious about the natural world — fitting for a region surrounded by rivers, vineyards, and the nearby Hanford Site's deep scientific history. Families rooted in the area who value a neighborhood school with a community feel will likely find Westgate a comfortable fit.