For the 2024-25 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,445 students in 98117, WA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 98117, WA are Whitman Middle School, Salmon Bay K-8 School and Licton Springs K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98117 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98117, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98117, WA Public Middle Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Whitman Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9201 15 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1200
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1200
Grades: 6-8
| 679 students
Rank: #22.
Salmon Bay K-8 School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1810 Nw 65 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1720
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1720
Grades: K-8
| 657 students
Rank: #33.
Licton Springs K-8
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3015 Nw 68th St.
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 743-3700
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 743-3700
Grades: PK-8
| 109 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 98117, WA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 98117, WA include Whitman Middle School, Salmon Bay K-8 School and Licton Springs K-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 98117?
3 public middle schools are located in 98117.
What is the racial composition of students in 98117?
98117 public middle schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 49% (majority Hispanic).
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