For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,746 students in 98126, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in 98126, WA are Chief Sealth International High School and Summit Public School Atlas. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98126 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Washington public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98126, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98126 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Chief Sealth International High School, with 89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98126, WA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Chief Sealth International High School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2600 Sw Thistle
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 252-8550
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 252-8550
Grades: 9-12
| 1,201 students
Rank: #22.
Summit Public School Atlas
Charter School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9601 35th Avenue Sw
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 307-7645
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 307-7645
Grades: 6-12
| 545 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98126, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98126, WA include Chief Sealth International High School and Summit Public School Atlas.
How many public high schools are located in 98126?
2 public high schools are located in 98126.
What is the racial composition of students in 98126?
98126 public high schools minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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