Top 3 Best 98117 Washington Public Preschools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 809 students in 98117, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98117, WA are Greenwood Elementary School, North Beach Elementary School and Licton Springs K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98117 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 98117, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98117, WA Public Preschools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
144 Nw 80 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 324 students
Rank: #22.
North Beach Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
9018 24 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1510
Grades: PK-5
| 366 students
Rank: #33.
Licton Springs K-8
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3015 Nw 68th St.
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 743-3700
Grades: PK-8
| 119 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public preschools in 98117, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98117, WA include Greenwood Elementary School, North Beach Elementary School and Licton Springs K-8.
How many public preschools are located in 98117?
3 public preschools are located in 98117.
What is the racial composition of students in 98117?
98117 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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