For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,919 students in 98038, WA.
The top-ranked public high school in 98038, WA is Tahoma Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98038 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98038, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98038 have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tahoma Senior High School, with 90% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98038, WA Public High Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tahoma Senior High School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23499 Se Tahoma Way
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-6200
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 2,919 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: n/an/a
Tahoma Open Doors
Alternative School
23499 Se Tahoma Way
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-6200
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-6200
Gr: 9-12
98038, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Maple Valley High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
23015 Se 216th Way
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 432-5702
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 432-5702
Gr: 8-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Russell Ridge Center (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
22615 Sweeney Road Se
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 432-5746
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 432-5746
Gr: K-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Tahoma Special Services High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
23015 Se 216th Way
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98038, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98038, WA include Tahoma Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98038?
2 public high schools are located in 98038.
What is the racial composition of students in 98038?
98038 public high schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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