For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 458 students in 98259, WA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 98259, WA is Lakewood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 98259 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98259, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98259, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17000 16th Dr N.e.
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4520
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4520
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98259, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98259, WA include Lakewood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98259?
1 public preschools are located in 98259.
What is the racial composition of students in 98259?
98259 public preschools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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