For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 853 students in 98102, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98102, WA are Tops K-8 School and Lowell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98102 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98102, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98102, WA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tops K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2500 Franklin Av E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 252-3510
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 252-3510
Gr: PK-8 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1058 E Mercer St
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 252-3020
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 252-3020
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 98102, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98102, WA include Tops K-8 School and Lowell Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98102?
2 public preschools are located in 98102.
What is the racial composition of students in 98102?
98102 public preschools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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