For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 324 students in 98134, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 9 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 98134, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98134, WA are Summit Public School Sierra and Summit Public School Olympus. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98134 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98134, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98134, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Summit Public School Sierra
Charter School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1025 S King St
Seattle, WA 98134
(206) 453-2520
Seattle, WA 98134
(206) 453-2520
Gr: 9-12 | 214 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Summit Public School Olympus
Charter School
(Math: 11-19% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
409 Puyallup Ave
Seattle, WA 98134
(253) 444-9781
Seattle, WA 98134
(253) 444-9781
Gr: 9-12 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98134, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98134, WA include Summit Public School Sierra and Summit Public School Olympus.
How many public schools are located in 98134?
2 public schools are located in 98134.
What percentage of students in 98134 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 98134 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98134?
98134 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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