For the 2024-25 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 1,675 students in 98406, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98406, WA are Jefferson Elementary School, Downing Elementary School and Grant Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98406 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98406, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98406, WA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4302 North 13th St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-4000
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-4000
Grades: PK-5
| 303 students
Rank: #22.
Downing Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2502 N Orchard St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7133
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7133
Grades: PK-5
| 255 students
Rank: #33.
Grant Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2510 N 11th St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-5400
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-5400
Grades: K-5
| 339 students
Rank: #44.
Skyline Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6301 N. 23rd St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7800
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 326 students
Rank: n/an/a
Remann Hall Juvenile Detention Center
Magnet School
5501 6th Ave
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Grades: 6-12
| 16 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tacoma Online Elementary School
Magnet School
6501 N.23rd St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Grades: K-5
| 215 students
Rank: n/an/a
Tacoma Online Middle School
Magnet School
6501 N.23rd St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Grades: 6-8
| 221 students
98406, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Day Reporting School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
5501 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Grades: 9-12
| 9 students
Tacoma Online (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6501 N.23rd St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 948-6398
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 948-6398
Grades: K-12
| 1,655 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98406, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98406, WA include Jefferson Elementary School, Downing Elementary School and Grant Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98406?
7 public elementary schools are located in 98406.
What is the racial composition of students in 98406?
98406 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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