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Best 98122 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,883 students in 98122, WA (there are 9 private schools, serving 2,963 private students). 49% of all K-12 students in 98122, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98122, WA are Garfield High School, Nova High School and Madrona K-5 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98122 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98122, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98122, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
400 23 Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2270
Gr: 9-12 | 1,507 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #22.
Nova High School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
301 21st Avenue East
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 256 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Madrona K-5 School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1121 33 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3100
Gr: K-5 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Leschi Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
135 32 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2950
Gr: K-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Interagency Detention School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1211 E Alder Ms 1-f
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 205-9422
Gr: 6-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Bailey Gatzert Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
1301 E Yesler Wy
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2810
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #77.
Seattle World School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 East Union St.
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2200
Gr: 6-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 98122 Washington

98122, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Childhaven Elementary School (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
302 Broadway Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-0838
Gr: PK-5
First Place Scholars Charter School (Closed 2023)
Charter School
170 20th
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 323-6715
Gr: K-5 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Interagency King C W T Career Dev High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-6816
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Interagency Mercer Street High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Interagency New Holly High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-6816
Gr: 10-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 83%
Interagency United Indians (ii-wa High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 10-11 | 2 students
Interagency Youth Build High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 10-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Sccc High School Completion (Closed 2023)
Seattle Central Community Coll
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 587-3893
Gr: 9-12
Seahawks Academy (Closed 2007)
Alternative School
810 18 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 720-3492
Gr: 6-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
T T Minor Elementary School (Closed 2010)
1700 E Union St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3230
Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98122, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98122, WA include Garfield High School, Nova High School and Madrona K-5 School.
How many public schools are located in 98122?
7 public schools are located in 98122.
What percentage of students in 98122 go to public school?
49% of all K-12 students in 98122 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98122?
98122 public schools minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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