Best 98117 Washington Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,318 students in 98117, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98117, WA are Whitman Middle School, Salmon Bay K-8 School and Licton Springs K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98117 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98117, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98117, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Whitman Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
9201 15 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 633 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Salmon Bay K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1810 Nw 65 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1720
Gr: K-8 | 595 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Licton Springs K-8
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3015 Nw 68th St.
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 743-3700
Gr: PK-8 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 60%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98117, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98117, WA include Whitman Middle School, Salmon Bay K-8 School and Licton Springs K-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 98117?
3 public middle schools are located in 98117.
What is the racial composition of students in 98117?
98117 public middle schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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