For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,268 students in 98031, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98031, WA are Glenridge Elementary School, Soos Creek Elementary School and Park Orchard Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98031 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98031, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98031, WA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glenridge Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
19405 120th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7494
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7494
Grades: PK-5
| 325 students
Rank: #22.
Soos Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12651 Se 218th Place
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7690
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7690
Grades: PK-5
| 282 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Park Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
11010 Se 232nd St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7473
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7473
Grades: PK-5
| 492 students
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Springbrook Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
20035 100th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7485
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7485
Grades: PK-5
| 332 students
Rank: #55.
Panther Lake Elementary School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10200 Se 216th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7470
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7470
Grades: PK-5
| 433 students
Rank: #66.
East Hill Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9825 S 240th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7455
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7455
Grades: PK-5
| 404 students
98031, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
19300 108th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(206) 931-0964
Kent, WA 98031
(206) 931-0964
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Excel Public Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
19300 108th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 487-7530
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 487-7530
Grades: 7-10
| 188 students
11000 Se 264 St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7542
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7542
Grades: 7-9
| 544 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 98031, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98031, WA include Glenridge Elementary School, Soos Creek Elementary School and Park Orchard Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98031?
6 public preschools are located in 98031.
What is the racial composition of students in 98031?
98031 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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