Best 98177 Washington Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 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).

Best 98177, WA Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Melvin G Syre Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
19545 12th Avenue N.w.
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 393-4165
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Albert Einstein Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
19343 3rd Avenue N.w.
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 393-4730
Gr: 6-8 | 994 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Viewlands Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10525 3 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 252-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 267 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
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98177, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
17800 10th Avenue N.w.
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 361-4351
Gr: K-6 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 98177, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98177, WA include Melvin G Syre Elementary School, Albert Einstein Middle School and Viewlands Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98177?
3 public schools are located in 98177.
What percentage of students in 98177 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 98177 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98177?
98177 public schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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