For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 778 students in 98403, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98403, WA are Lowell Elementary School and Hilltop Heritage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98403 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98403, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98403, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
810 Mr. Dahl Dr
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7200
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7200
Gr: K-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Hilltop Heritage Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
602 N Sprague Ave
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7700
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7700
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98403, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98403, WA include Lowell Elementary School and Hilltop Heritage Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98403?
2 public elementary schools are located in 98403.
What is the racial composition of students in 98403?
98403 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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