For the 2024-25 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,876 students in 98408, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98408, WA are Mann Elementary School, Whitman Elementary School and Birney Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98408 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98408, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98408, WA Public Elementary Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Mann Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1002 S 52nd St
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-6300
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-6300
Grades: PK-5
| 341 students
Rank: #22.
Whitman Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1120 S 39th St
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-7272
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-7272
Grades: PK-5
| 327 students
Rank: #33.
Birney Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7627 South Sheridan Ave
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-4600
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-4600
Grades: PK-5
| 451 students
Rank: #44.
Stewart Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5010 S Pacific Ave
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-2200
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-2200
Grades: 6-8
| 627 students
Rank: #55.
Baker Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8001 So J Street
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-5000
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-5000
Grades: 6-8
| 694 students
Rank: #66.
Angelo Giaudrone Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4902 S Alaska St
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-5811
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-5811
Grades: 6-8
| 436 students
98408, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Park Avenue Center (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
6701 South Park Ave
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-2600
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-2600
Grades: K-12
| 32 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98408, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98408, WA include Mann Elementary School, Whitman Elementary School and Birney Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98408?
6 public elementary schools are located in 98408.
What is the racial composition of students in 98408?
98408 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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