For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,273 students in 98433, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98433, WA are Beachwood Elementary School, Meriwether Elementary School and Rainier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98433 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98433, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98433, WA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Beachwood Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8890 Concord Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5260
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5260
Grades: PK-5
| 411 students
Rank: #22.
Meriwether Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10285 Compass Ave
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5200
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5200
Grades: PK-5
| 260 students
Rank: #33.
Rainier Elementary School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2410 Stryker Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5220
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5220
Grades: PK-5
| 620 students
Rank: #44.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
61700 Garcia Blvd
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5280
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5280
Grades: PK-5
| 545 students
Rank: #55.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
9020 Blaine Ave
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5250
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5250
Grades: PK-5
| 437 students
98433, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
South Divison And Liggett
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5220
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5220
Grades: PK-5
| 340 students
North Division And Idaho Ave
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5260
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5260
Grades: PK-5
| 337 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 98433, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98433, WA include Beachwood Elementary School, Meriwether Elementary School and Rainier Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98433?
5 public preschools are located in 98433.
What is the racial composition of students in 98433?
98433 public preschools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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