For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public elementary schools serving 4,499 students in 98115, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98115, WA are Cascadia Elementary School, Stephen Decatur Elementary School and View Ridge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98115 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 79% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98115, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98115, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cascadia Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 97%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
1700 N 90th Street
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5914
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5914
Gr: K-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Stephen Decatur Elementary School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
7711 43rd Ave Ne
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-3230
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-3230
Gr: K-5 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
View Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
7047 50 Av Ne
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5600
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5600
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #3 - 43. - 4.
Wedgwood Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2720 Ne 85 St
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5670
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5670
Gr: K-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Bryant Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3311 Ne 60 St
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5200
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5200
Gr: K-5 | 470 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #66.
Thornton Creek Elementary School
Alternative School
(Math: 75% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7712 40th Ave Ne
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5300
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5300
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #77.
Eckstein Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3003 Ne 75 St
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5010
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5010
Gr: 6-8 | 1,024 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #88.
Loyal Heights Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
520 Ne Ravenna Blvd
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-1500
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-1500
Gr: K-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #99.
Olympic View Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
504 Ne 95 St
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5500
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5500
Gr: K-5 | 341 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #1010.
Sacajawea Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9501 20 Av Ne
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5550
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-5550
Gr: PK-5 | 220 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #1111.
Sand Point Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6208 60 Ave Ne
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-2100
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-2100
Gr: PK-5 | 173 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
98115, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
John Marshall High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
520 Ne Ravenna Bv
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-4700
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-4700
Gr: 6-12 | 68 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Ryther Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2400 Ne 95 St
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-0832
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 252-0832
Gr: PK-12 | 35 students Minority enrollment: 52%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98115, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98115, WA include Cascadia Elementary School, Stephen Decatur Elementary School and View Ridge Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98115?
11 public elementary schools are located in 98115.
What is the racial composition of students in 98115?
98115 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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