For the 2024 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,151 students in 98406, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98406, WA are Jefferson Elementary School, Skyline Elementary School and Downing Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98406 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 47%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 57% statewide average). Pre schools in 98406, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98406, WA Public Preschools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6501 N 23rd St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2261
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2261
Grades: PK-5
| 285 students
Rank: #22.
Skyline Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2301 N Mildred St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7800
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 303 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Downing Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2502 N Orchard St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7133
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7133
Grades: PK-5
| 246 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1018 N Prospect St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-5400
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-5400
Grades: PK-5
| 317 students
98406, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Day Reporting School (Closed 2021)
Alternative School
5501 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Grades: 9-12
| 9 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 98406, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98406, WA include Jefferson Elementary School, Skyline Elementary School and Downing Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98406, WA?
4 public preschools are located in 98406, WA.
What is the racial composition of students in 98406, WA?
98406, WA public preschools minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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