For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,534 students in 98498, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98498, WA are Firwood, Re-entry Middle School and Thomas Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98498 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98498, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98498, WA Public Middle Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Firwood
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8805 Steilacoom Blvd Sw
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 756-2522
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 756-2522
Gr: 4-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
Re-entry Middle School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11509 Holden Road Sw
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 583-5153
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 583-5153
Gr: 6-8
Rank: #33.
Thomas Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11509 Holden Rd Sw
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 583-5440
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 583-5440
Gr: 6-8 | 934 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #44.
Hudtloff Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
8102 Phillips Road Sw
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 583-5400
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 583-5400
Gr: 6-8 | 555 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
98498, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
8800 121st Sw
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 583-5300
Lakewood, WA 98498
(253) 583-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 223 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98498, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98498, WA include Firwood, Re-entry Middle School and Thomas Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98498?
4 public middle schools are located in 98498.
What is the racial composition of students in 98498?
98498 public middle schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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