For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,166 students in 98105, WA (there are 5 private schools, serving 801 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 98105, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98105, WA are John Stanford International School, Mcdonald International School and Laurelhurst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98105 have an average math proficiency score of 80% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98105, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98105, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Stanford International School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4057 5 Av Ne
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-6080
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-6080
Grades: K-5
| 417 students
Rank: #22.
Mcdonald International School
(Math: 86% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
144 Ne 54th St
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-2900
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-2900
Grades: K-5
| 474 students
Rank: #33.
Laurelhurst Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4530 46 Av Ne
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-5400
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-5400
Grades: K-5
| 275 students
98105, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Relife Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
144 Ne 54th St
Seattle, WA 98105
(253) 945-2084
Seattle, WA 98105
(253) 945-2084
Grades: PK-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98105, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98105, WA include John Stanford International School, Mcdonald International School and Laurelhurst Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98105?
3 public schools are located in 98105.
What percentage of students in 98105 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 98105 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98105?
98105 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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