For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,712 students in 98407, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98407, WA are Washington Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School and Point Defiance Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98407 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98407, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98407, WA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2615 N. Adams Street
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5700
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Sherman Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4415 N 38th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5488
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5488
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Point Defiance Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4330 N Visscher St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-6900
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-6900
Gr: K-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Science And Math Institute
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5501 N. Pearl St, Tacoma
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2300
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Mason Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3901 N 28th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-7000
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #66.
Truman Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5801 N 35th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5600
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
98407, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4415 N 38th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2255
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2255
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Washington Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2601 S. 35th St., Ste. 100
Tacoma, WA 98407
(866) 548-9444
Tacoma, WA 98407
(866) 548-9444
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98407, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98407, WA include Washington Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School and Point Defiance Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98407?
7 public schools are located in 98407.
What is the racial composition of students in 98407?
98407 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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