For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,316 students in 98119, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 271 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 98119, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98119, WA are Frantz Coe Elementary School, Mcclure Middle School and Cascade Parent Partnership Program. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98119 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98119, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98119, WA Public Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Frantz Coe Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
2424 7 Av W
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 252-2000
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 252-2000
Gr: K-5 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Mcclure Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1915 1 Av W
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 252-1900
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 252-1900
Gr: 6-8 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Cascade Parent Partnership Program
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
2919 1st Avenue West
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 706-4270
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 706-4270
Gr: K-12 | 375 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
98119, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
The Bridge (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
2142 10 Av W
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 252-0832
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 252-0832
Gr: K-12 | 1 student
Cascade Parent Partnership Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2919 1st Avenue West
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 706-4270
Seattle, WA 98119
(206) 706-4270
Gr: K-8 | 213 students Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98119, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98119, WA include Frantz Coe Elementary School, Mcclure Middle School and Cascade Parent Partnership Program.
How many public schools are located in 98119?
3 public schools are located in 98119.
What percentage of students in 98119 go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 98119 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98119?
98119 public schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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