Best 98403 Washington Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,421 students in 98403, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,210 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 98403, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98403, WA are Lowell Elementary School, Stadium High School and Hilltop Heritage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98403 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98403, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98403, WA Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
810 Mr. Dahl Dr
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7200
Gr: K-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #22.
Stadium High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
111 N E St
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,609 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Hilltop Heritage Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
602 N Sprague Ave
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7700
Gr: 6-8 | 479 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 59%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 98403, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98403, WA include Lowell Elementary School, Stadium High School and Hilltop Heritage Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98403?
3 public schools are located in 98403.
What percentage of students in 98403 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 98403 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98403?
98403 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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