Best 98122 Washington Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,088 students in 98122, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98122, WA are Madrona K-5 School, Leschi Elementary School and Interagency Detention School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98122 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98122, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98122, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 219 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Leschi Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
135 32 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2950
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
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 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
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 | 361 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #55.
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 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 98122 Washington

98122, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
302 Broadway Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-0838
Gr: PK-5
170 20th
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 323-6715
Gr: K-5 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-6816
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 87%
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 81%
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-6816
Gr: 10-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 83%
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 10-11 | 2 students
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 10-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Seattle Central Community Coll
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 587-3893
Gr: 9-12
810 18 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 720-3492
Gr: 6-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
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 elementary schools in 98122, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98122, WA include Madrona K-5 School, Leschi Elementary School and Interagency Detention School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98122?
5 public elementary schools are located in 98122.
What is the racial composition of students in 98122?
98122 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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