For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,352 students in 98503, WA (there are 8 private schools, serving 768 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 98503, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98503, WA are Evergreen Forest Elementary School, Lakes Elementary School and Timberline High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98503 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98503, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98503, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Evergreen Forest Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3025 Marvin Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4670
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4670
Grades: K-5
| 479 students
Rank: #22.
Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6211 Mullen Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4600
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4600
Grades: K-5
| 500 students
Rank: #33.
Timberline High School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6120 Mullen Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4860
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4860
Grades: 9-12
| 1,426 students
Rank: #44.
Woodland Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4630 Carpenter Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4680
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4680
Grades: PK-5
| 460 students
Rank: #55.
Komachin Middle School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3650 College St Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4740
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4740
Grades: 6-8
| 642 students
Rank: #66.
Seven Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Seven Oaks Dr Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4700
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4700
Grades: PK-5
| 430 students
Rank: #77.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1900 College St Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4630
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4630
Grades: PK-5
| 728 students
Rank: #88.
Lacey Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1800 Homann Dr Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4650
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4650
Grades: K-5
| 373 students
Rank: #99.
Lydia Hawk Elementary School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7600 5th Ave Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4610
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4610
Grades: K-5
| 499 students
Rank: #1010.
Nisqually Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8100 Steilacoom Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4770
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4770
Grades: 6-8
| 815 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98503, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98503, WA include Evergreen Forest Elementary School, Lakes Elementary School and Timberline High School.
How many public schools are located in 98503?
10 public schools are located in 98503.
What percentage of students in 98503 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 98503 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98503?
98503 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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