For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,183 students in 98178, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 100% of all K-12 students in 98178, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98178, WA are Rainier View Elementary School, Bryn Mawr Elementary School and Talley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98178 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98178, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98178, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Rainier View Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
11650 Beacon Av S
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 252-6700
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 252-6700
Grades: PK-5
| 200 students
Rank: #22.
Bryn Mawr Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8212 S 118th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4150
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4150
Grades: K-5
| 391 students
Rank: #33.
Talley High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7800 S 132nd St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Grades: 6-12
| 237 students
Rank: #44.
Dimmitt Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
12320 80th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2800
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2800
Grades: 6-8
| 630 students
Rank: #55.
Lakeridge Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7400 S 115th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4100
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4100
Grades: K-5
| 331 students
Rank: #66.
Campbell Hill Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6418 S 124th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4000
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4000
Grades: PK-5
| 394 students
98178, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Thomson Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
7812 S 124th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Grades: PK-K
| 263 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98178, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98178, WA include Rainier View Elementary School, Bryn Mawr Elementary School and Talley High School.
How many public schools are located in 98178?
6 public schools are located in 98178.
What percentage of students in 98178 go to public school?
100% of all K-12 students in 98178 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98178?
98178 public schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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