For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,577 students in 98059, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98059, WA are Apollo Elementary School, Briarwood Elementary School and Newcastle Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98059 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98059, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98059, WA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Apollo Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
15025 Se 117th St
Renton, WA 98059
(425) 837-7500
Renton, WA 98059
(425) 837-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Briarwood Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
17020 Se 134th St
Renton, WA 98059
(425) 837-5000
Renton, WA 98059
(425) 837-5000
Gr: PK-5 | 630 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #33.
Newcastle Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8400 136th Ave Se
Renton, WA 98059
(425) 837-5801
Renton, WA 98059
(425) 837-5801
Gr: PK-5 | 451 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98059, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98059, WA include Apollo Elementary School, Briarwood Elementary School and Newcastle Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98059?
3 public preschools are located in 98059.
What is the racial composition of students in 98059?
98059 public preschools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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