For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 1,258 students in 98126, WA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 98126, WA are Summit Public School Atlas and David T. Denny International Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98126 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 36%), and reading proficiency score of 48% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98126, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98126, WA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Summit Public School Atlas
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9601 35th Avenue Sw
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 307-7645
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 307-7645
Grades: 6-12
| 545 students
Rank: #22.
David T. Denny International Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Sw Kenyon St
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 252-9000
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 252-9000
Grades: 6-8
| 713 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 98126, WA?
The top ranked public middle schools in 98126, WA include Summit Public School Atlas and David T. Denny International Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98126?
2 public middle schools are located in 98126.
What is the racial composition of students in 98126?
98126 public middle schools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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