For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,215 students in 98166, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 737 private students). 75% of all K-12 students in 98166, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98166, WA are Marvista Elementary School, Gregory Heights Elementary School and Sylvester Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98166 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 43% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98166, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98166, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Marvista Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19800 Marine View Dr Sw
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 631-4200
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 631-4200
Gr: PK-5 | 532 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #22.
Gregory Heights Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16216 19th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 631-3800
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 631-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Sylvester Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16222 Sylvester Road Sw
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 631-6000
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 631-6000
Gr: 6-8 | 582 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Seahurst Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
14603 14th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 631-4800
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 631-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 405 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Highline Public Schools Virtual Academy
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11427 3rd Ave S
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 631-3000
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 631-3000
Gr: PK-12 | 208 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
98166, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Ancillary (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
15675 Ambaum Blvd Sw
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 433-2125
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 433-2125
Gr: PK-12
Erac Special Education (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
15675 Ambaum Blvd Sw
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 433-2125
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 433-2125
Gr: PK-12
Out-of-district Placement (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
15675 Ambaum Blvd Sw
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 433-2125
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 433-2125
Gr: 1-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98166, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98166, WA include Marvista Elementary School, Gregory Heights Elementary School and Sylvester Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98166?
5 public schools are located in 98166.
What percentage of students in 98166 go to public school?
75% of all K-12 students in 98166 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98166?
98166 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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