For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,766 students in 98177, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 98177 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98177, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98177, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Melvin G Syre Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
19545 12th Avenue N.w.
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 393-4165
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 393-4165
Gr: K-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Albert Einstein Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19343 3rd Avenue N.w.
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 393-4730
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 393-4730
Gr: 6-8 | 1,032 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #33.
Viewlands Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10525 3 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 252-4400
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 252-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
98177, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
17800 10th Avenue N.w.
Seattle, WA 98177
(206) 361-4351
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 elementary schools in 98177, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98177, WA include Melvin G Syre Elementary School, Albert Einstein Middle School and Viewlands Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98177?
3 public elementary schools are located in 98177.
What is the racial composition of students in 98177?
98177 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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