For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,271 students in 98116, WA.
The top ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 98116 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98116, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98116, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Alki Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3010 59 Av Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9050
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9050
Grades: PK-5
| 270 students
Rank: #22.
Madison Middle School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3429 45th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9200
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9200
Grades: 6-8
| 1,020 students
Rank: #33.
Genesee Hill Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5013 Sw Dakota Street
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9700
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9700
Grades: K-5
| 477 students
Rank: #44.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2645 California Av Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9500
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9500
Grades: PK-5
| 504 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98116, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98116, WA include Alki Elementary School, Madison Middle School and Genesee Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98116?
4 public elementary schools are located in 98116.
What is the racial composition of students in 98116?
98116 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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