For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 580 students in 98445, WA.
The top ranked public preschool in 98445, WA is Larchmont Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98445 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98445, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98445, WA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Larchmont Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8601 E B St
Tacoma, WA 98445
(253) 571-6200
Tacoma, WA 98445
(253) 571-6200
Grades: PK-5
| 296 students
Rank: n/an/a
15616 5th Ave E
Tacoma, WA 98445
(253) 800-4100
Tacoma, WA 98445
(253) 800-4100
Grades: PK
| 284 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 98445, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98445, WA include Larchmont Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98445?
2 public preschools are located in 98445.
What is the racial composition of students in 98445?
98445 public preschools minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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