For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,183 students in 98178, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98178, WA are Rainier View Elementary School, Bryn Mawr Elementary School and Talley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98178 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98178, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98178, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rainier View Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11650 Beacon Av S
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 252-6700
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 252-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 200 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #22.
Bryn Mawr Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8212 S 118th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4150
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4150
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Talley High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7800 S 132nd St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Gr: 6-12 | 237 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #44.
Lakeridge Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7400 S 115th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4100
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4100
Gr: K-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #55.
Dimmitt Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12320 80th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2800
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #66.
Campbell Hill Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6418 S 124th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4000
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
98178, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Thomson Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
7812 S 124th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Gr: PK-K | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98178, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98178, WA include Rainier View Elementary School, Bryn Mawr Elementary School and Talley High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98178?
6 public elementary schools are located in 98178.
What is the racial composition of students in 98178?
98178 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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