For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,465 students in 98040, WA.
The top ranked public high school in 98040, WA is Mercer Island High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 98040 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Washington public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 94% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98040, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 1% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98040 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mercer Island High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98040, WA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mercer Island High School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
9100 Se 42nd
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3345
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3345
Grades: 9-12
| 1,465 students
98040, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Children's Institute For Learning Differences (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4030 86th Ave Se Suite F
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(253) 945-2084
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(253) 945-2084
Grades: PK-12
| 1 students
Eeu Special Education Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4160 86th Ave Se
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3325
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3325
Grades: PK-4
| 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98040, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98040, WA include Mercer Island High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98040?
1 public high schools are located in 98040.
What is the racial composition of students in 98040?
98040 public high schools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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