For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 812 students in 98403, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98403, WA are Lowell Elementary School and Hilltop Heritage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98403 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98403, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98403, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
810 Mr. Dahl Dr
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7200
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7200
Grades: K-5
| 333 students
Rank: #22.
Hilltop Heritage Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
602 N Sprague Ave
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7700
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7700
Grades: 6-8
| 479 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98403, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98403, WA include Lowell Elementary School and Hilltop Heritage Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98403?
2 public elementary schools are located in 98403.
What is the racial composition of students in 98403?
98403 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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