For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,586 students in 98198, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98198, WA are Des Moines Elementary School, Woodmont K-8 School and Parkside Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98198 have an average math proficiency score of 21% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98198, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98198, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Des Moines Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
22001 9th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-3700
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-3700
Grades: PK-5
| 507 students
Rank: #22.
Woodmont K-8 School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
26454 16th Av S
Seattle, WA 98198
(253) 945-4500
Seattle, WA 98198
(253) 945-4500
Grades: K-8
| 407 students
Rank: #33.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2104 S 247th St
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4700
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4700
Grades: PK-5
| 489 students
Rank: #44.
Pacific Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22705 24th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-5800
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-5800
Grades: 6-8
| 626 students
Rank: #55.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22447 24th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4400
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4400
Grades: PK-5
| 564 students
Rank: #66.
River Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22420 Military Rd S
Seattle, WA 98198
(253) 373-7320
Seattle, WA 98198
(253) 373-7320
Grades: PK-5
| 660 students
Rank: #77.
Madrona Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20301 32nd Ave South
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4100
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4100
Grades: PK-5
| 333 students
98198, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
615 S 200th St
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 433-2561
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 433-2561
Grades: PK-6
| 264 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98198, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98198, WA include Des Moines Elementary School, Woodmont K-8 School and Parkside Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98198?
7 public elementary schools are located in 98198.
What is the racial composition of students in 98198?
98198 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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