For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 699 students in 98014, WA.
The top ranked public middle schools in 98014, WA are Tolt Middle School, Parade and Choice. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98014 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98014, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98014, WA Public Middle Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tolt Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3740 Tolt Ave
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4600
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4600
Grades: 6-8
| 607 students
Rank: #22.
Parade
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32302 Ne 50th St
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Grades: PK-12
| 92 students
Rank: #33.
Choice
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
32302 Ne 50th St
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Grades: 7-10
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public middle schools in 98014, WA?
How many public middle schools are located in 98014?
3 public middle schools are located in 98014.
What is the racial composition of students in 98014?
98014 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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