Best 98014 Washington Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 699 students in 98014, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98014, WA are Tolt Middle School, Parade and Choice. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98014 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98014, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98014, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tolt Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3740 Tolt Ave
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4600
Gr: 6-8 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Parade
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
32302 Ne 50th St
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Gr: PK-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #33.
Choice
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
32302 Ne 50th St
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Gr: 7-10

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98014, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98014, WA include Tolt Middle School, Parade and Choice.
How many public middle schools are located in 98014?
3 public middle schools are located in 98014.
What is the racial composition of students in 98014?
98014 public middle schools minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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