For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 167 students in 98178, WA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 98178, WA is Rainier View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 98178 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98178, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98178, WA Public Preschools (2026-27)
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%
98178, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Thomson Early Childhood Center (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
7812 S 124th St
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Seattle, WA 98178
(425) 204-4050
Gr: PK-K | 263 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98178, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98178, WA include Rainier View Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98178?
1 public preschools are located in 98178.
What is the racial composition of students in 98178?
98178 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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