Best 98103 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 4,580 students in 98103, WA (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,939 private students). 69% of all K-12 students in 98103, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98103, WA are Lincoln High School, Hamilton International Middle School and Daniel Bagley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98103 have an average math proficiency score of 68% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98103, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98103, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4400 Interlake Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 413-2500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,770 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
Hamilton International Middle School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1610 N 41 St
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 252-5810
Gr: 6-8 | 983 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #33.
Daniel Bagley Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7821 Stone Av N
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 252-5110
Gr: K-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
B F Day Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3921 Linden Av N
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 252-6010
Gr: PK-5 | 394 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Robert Eagle Staff Middle School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1330 N 90th St
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 413-2300
Gr: 6-8 | 729 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
Green Lake Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2400 N 65 St
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 252-5320
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98103, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98103, WA include Lincoln High School, Hamilton International Middle School and Daniel Bagley Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98103?
6 public schools are located in 98103.
What percentage of students in 98103 go to public school?
69% of all K-12 students in 98103 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98103?
98103 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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