For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,914 students in 98053, WA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,686 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 98053, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98053, WA are Nikola Tesla Stem High School, Louisa May Alcott Elementary School and Rosa Parks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98053 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 53% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98053, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Nikola Tesla Stem High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4301 228th Ave Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2770
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2770
Gr: 9-12 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Louisa May Alcott Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4213 - 228th Ave Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2490
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2490
Gr: K-5 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Rosa Parks Elementary School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
22845 Ne Cedar Park Crescent
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2650
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2650
Gr: K-5 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Timberline Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9900 Redmond Ridge Drive Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2820
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2820
Gr: 6-8 | 788 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Ella Baker Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9595 Eastridge Drive Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2790
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2790
Gr: K-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #66.
Evergreen Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6900 208th Ave Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2320
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2320
Gr: 6-8 | 761 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #77.
Emily Dickinson Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7040 - 208th Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2530
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2530
Gr: K-5 | 294 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98053, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98053, WA include Nikola Tesla Stem High School, Louisa May Alcott Elementary School and Rosa Parks Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98053?
7 public schools are located in 98053.
What percentage of students in 98053 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 98053 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98053?
98053 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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