For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 581 students in 98109, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 460 private students). 56% of all K-12 students in 98109, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98109, WA are John Hay Elementary School, The Center School and Queen Anne Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98109 have an average math proficiency score of 61% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98109, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98109, WA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Hay Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 Garfield St
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-2100
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-2100
Gr: K-5 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
The Center School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
305 Harrison St
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-9850
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-9850
Gr: 9-12 | 165 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #33.
Queen Anne Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
411 Boston St.
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-2480
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-2480
Gr: K-5 | 159 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
98109, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Hutch School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
527 Minor Av N
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 288-1079
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 288-1079
Gr: PK-12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 76%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98109, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98109, WA include John Hay Elementary School, The Center School and Queen Anne Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98109?
3 public schools are located in 98109.
What percentage of students in 98109 go to public school?
56% of all K-12 students in 98109 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98109?
98109 public schools minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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