Best 98177 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,724 students in 98177, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 173 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 98177, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).

The top-ranked public schools in 98177, WA are Melvin G Syre Elementary School, Albert Einstein Middle School and Viewlands Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.

Public schools in zipcode 98177 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98177, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.

Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).