Best 98126 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,494 students in 98126, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 211 private students). 94% of all K-12 students in 98126, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).

The top-ranked public schools in 98126, WA are Fairmount Park Elementary School, West Seattle Elementary School and Summit Public School Atlas. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 98126 have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98126, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.

Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).