Best 98116 Washington Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 3,663 students in 98116, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 758 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 98116, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).

The top ranked public schools in 98116, WA are Alki Elementary School, Madison Middle School and Genesee Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 98116 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98116, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public schools.

Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).