For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 774 students in 98116, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98116, WA are Alki Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98116 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98116, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98116, WA Public Preschools (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.
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 preschools in 98116, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98116, WA include Alki Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98116?
2 public preschools are located in 98116.
What is the racial composition of students in 98116?
98116 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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