For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,684 students in 98005, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98005, WA are Cherry Crest Elementary School, Jing Mei Elementary School and Woodridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98005 have an average math proficiency score of 83% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 84% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98005, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98005, WA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cherry Crest Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
12400 N.e. 32nd St.
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 456-4900
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 456-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 553 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Jing Mei Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12300 Main Street
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 456-6900
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 456-6900
Gr: PK-5 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
Woodridge Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12619 Se 20th Place
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 456-6200
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 456-6200
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
98005, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Bsd Vocational Edcareer Education Options High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
12111 Ne 1st Street
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 456-4108
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 456-4108
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 24%
12300 Main Street
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 456-4300
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 456-4300
Gr: K-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98005, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98005, WA include Cherry Crest Elementary School, Jing Mei Elementary School and Woodridge Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98005?
3 public preschools are located in 98005.
What is the racial composition of students in 98005?
98005 public preschools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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