Best 98390 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 6,549 students in 98390, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 115 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 98390, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98390, WA are Maple Lawn Elementary School, Emerald Hills Elementary School and Bonney Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98390 have an average math proficiency score of 54% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98390, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98390, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maple Lawn Elementary School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
230 Wood Ave
Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 891-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 628 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Emerald Hills Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
19515 S Tapps Dr E
Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 891-4750
Gr: K-5 | 551 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Bonney Lake Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
18715 80th St E
Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 891-4450
Gr: PK-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #44.
Crestwood Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
3914 W Tapps Dr E
Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 891-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Sumner High School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1707 Main St
Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 891-5500
Gr: 9-12 | 1,857 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Sumner Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1508 Willow
Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 891-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 674 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #77.
Daffodil Valley Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
1509 Valley Avenue
Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 891-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 524 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #88.
Mountain View Middle School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
10921 199th Ave Ct E
Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 891-5200
Gr: 6-8 | 937 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #99.
Liberty Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
12202 209th Ave Ct E
Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 891-4800
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: n/an/a
Sumner Special Services
Special Education School
1202 Wood Avenue
Sumner, WA 98390
(253) 891-6000
Gr: PK | 35 students Minority enrollment: 43%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98390, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98390, WA include Maple Lawn Elementary School, Emerald Hills Elementary School and Bonney Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98390?
10 public schools are located in 98390.
What percentage of students in 98390 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 98390 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98390?
98390 public schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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