For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 2,363 students in 98148, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 65 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 98148, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98148, WA are Choice Academy, North Hill Elementary School and Highline High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98148 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98148, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98148, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Choice Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18367 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Gr: 6-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
North Hill Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19835 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-4600
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 518 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Highline High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
225 S 152nd St
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-6700
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,423 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #44.
Big Picture School
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
440 S 186th St
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7700
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7700
Gr: 6-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Puget Sound High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
18010 8th Ave South
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7300
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7300
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Highline Home School Center
Alternative School
18367 8th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Gr: K-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Puget Sound Skills Center
Vocational School
18010 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7300
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7300
Gr: 10-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Satellite High School
Special Education School
18367 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98148, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98148, WA include Choice Academy, North Hill Elementary School and Highline High School.
How many public schools are located in 98148?
8 public schools are located in 98148.
What percentage of students in 98148 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 98148 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98148?
98148 public schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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