For the 2024-25 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 2,450 students in 98405, WA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,958 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 98405, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98405, WA are The School At Pearl Youth Residence, Special Services and Stanley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98405 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98405, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98405, WA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
The School At Pearl Youth Residence
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
815 South Pearl Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 396-5937
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 396-5937
Grades: 6-12
| 15 students
Rank: #1 - 21. - 2.
Special Services
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 S. 8th Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1224
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1224
Grades: PK-12
| 20 students
Rank: #33.
Stanley Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1712 S 17th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4500
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Bryant Montessori Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
717 S. Grant Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Grades: 6-8
| 105 students
Rank: #4 - 54. - 5.
Bryant Montessori School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
717 S Grant Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Grades: PK-8
| 264 students
Rank: #66.
Delong Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4901 S 14 St St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-5800
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-5800
Grades: PK-5
| 386 students
Rank: #77.
Franklin Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1402 S Lawrence St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1400
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 276 students
Rank: #88.
Foss High School
Magnet School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2112 S Tyler St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-7300
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-7300
Grades: 9-12
| 587 students
Rank: #99.
Mccarver Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2111 S J St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4900
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4900
Grades: PK-5
| 393 students
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
601 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1040
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1040
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Bates Technical College - Open Doors
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
1101 South Yakima Ave.
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7184
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7184
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Bates Technical High School
Magnet School
1101 South Yakima Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7584
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7584
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Rank: n/an/a
Community Based Trans Program
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
601 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2603
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2603
Grades: 12
| 68 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tacoma Pierce County Education Center
Magnet School
930 Tacoma Ave S, C/o Miguel V
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1032
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1032
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
98405, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Northwest School Of Innovative Learning (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
1321 Martin Luter King Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 945-2000
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 945-2000
Grades: 9
| 1 students
1818 Tacoma Ave S
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-3273
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-3273
Grades: 9-12
| 196 students
Soar Ale School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2136 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(509) 258-4534
Tacoma, WA 98405
(509) 258-4534
Grades: K-8
| n/a students
Tacoma Business Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
1101 South Yakima, C/o John Pa
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1126
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1126
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98405, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98405, WA include The School At Pearl Youth Residence, Special Services and Stanley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98405?
14 public schools are located in 98405.
What percentage of students in 98405 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 98405 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98405?
98405 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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