Best 98116 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 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).

Best 98116, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alki Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3010 59 Av Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9050
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Madison Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3429 45th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,020 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Genesee Hill Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
5013 Sw Dakota Street
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9700
Gr: K-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
West Seattle High School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3000 California Av Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-8800
Gr: 9-12 | 1,392 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #55.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2645 California Av Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9500
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98116, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98116, WA include Alki Elementary School, Madison Middle School and Genesee Hill Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98116?
5 public schools are located in 98116.
What percentage of students in 98116 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 98116 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98116?
98116 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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