For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,067 students in 98178, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98178, WA are Rainier View Elementary School, Bryn Mawr Elementary School and Talley High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98178 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98178, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98178, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rainier View Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
11650 Beacon Av S
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 252-6700
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 252-6700
Gr: PK-5 | 167 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Bryn Mawr Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
8212 S 118th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4150
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4150
Gr: K-5 | 415 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Talley High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7800 S 132nd St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2100
Gr: 6-12 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #44.
Lakeridge Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7400 S 115th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4100
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4100
Gr: K-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Dimmitt Middle School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12320 80th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2800
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 605 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Campbell Hill Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6418 S 124th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4000
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4000
Gr: K-5 | 345 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98178, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98178, WA include Rainier View Elementary School, Bryn Mawr Elementary School and Talley High School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98178?
6 public elementary schools are located in 98178.
What is the racial composition of students in 98178?
98178 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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