For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,987 students in 98122, WA (there are , serving 2,963 private students). 50% of all K-12 students in 98122, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98122, WA are Garfield High School, Nova High School and Madrona K-5 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98122 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98122, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98122, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
400 23 Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2270
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2270
Gr: 9-12 | 1,641 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Nova High School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
301 21st Avenue East
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3500
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Madrona K-5 School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1121 33 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3100
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3100
Gr: K-5 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Leschi Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
135 32 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2950
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2950
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #55.
Interagency Detention School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1211 E Alder Ms 1-f
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 205-9422
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 205-9422
Gr: 6-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Bailey Gatzert Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 E Yesler Wy
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2810
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2810
Gr: PK-5 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #77.
Seattle World School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1700 East Union St.
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2200
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2200
Gr: 6-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
98122, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Childhaven Elementary School (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
302 Broadway Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-0838
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-0838
Gr: PK-5
First Place Scholars Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
170 20th
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 323-6715
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 323-6715
Gr: K-5 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Interagency King C W T Career Dev High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-6816
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-6816
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Interagency Mercer Street High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Interagency New Holly High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-6816
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-6816
Gr: 10-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Interagency United Indians (ii-wa High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 10-11 | 2 students
Interagency Youth Build High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 10-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Seattle Central Community Coll
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 587-3893
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 587-3893
Gr: 9-12
Seahawks Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
810 18 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 720-3492
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 720-3492
Gr: 6-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
1700 E Union St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3230
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3230
Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98122, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98122, WA include Garfield High School, Nova High School and Madrona K-5 School.
How many public schools are located in 98122?
7 public schools are located in 98122.
What percentage of students in 98122 go to public school?
50% of all K-12 students in 98122 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98122?
98122 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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