Best 98405 Washington Public Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 16 public schools serving 2,964 students in 98405, WA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,958 private students). 60% of all K-12 students in 98405, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98405, WA are Special Services, The School At Pearl Youth Residence and Bryant Montessori Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98405 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98405, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98405, WA Public Schools (2025-26)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Special Services
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
601 S. 8th Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1224
Gr: PK-12 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
The School At Pearl Youth Residence
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
815 South Pearl Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 396-5937
Gr: 6-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #33.
Bryant Montessori Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
717 S. Grant Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 132 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Delong Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
4901 S 14 St St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 367 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #55.
Stanley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1712 S 17th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #66.
Bryant Montessori School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
717 S Grant Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1402 S Lawrence St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 296 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #88.
Foss High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2112 S Tyler St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 580 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Edna Travis Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
2111 S J St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ
Special Education School
601 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1040
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Bates Technical College - Open Doors
Alternative School
1101 South Yakima Ave.
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7184
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
1101 South Yakima Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7584
Gr: 9-12 | 533 students Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: n/an/a
Community Based Trans Program
Special Education School
601 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2603
Gr: 12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Tacoma Business Academy
Alternative School
1101 South Yakima, C/o John Pa
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1126
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
930 Tacoma Ave S, C/o Miguel V
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1032
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Tcc Fresh Start
601 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1033
Gr: 9-12
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 98405 Washington

98405, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
1321 Martin Luter King Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 945-2000
Gr: 9 | 1 student
1818 Tacoma Ave S
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-3273
Gr: 9-12 | 196 students Minority enrollment: 68%
2136 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(509) 258-4534
Gr: K-8

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 98405, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98405, WA include Special Services, The School At Pearl Youth Residence and Bryant Montessori Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98405?
16 public schools are located in 98405.
What percentage of students in 98405 go to public school?
60% of all K-12 students in 98405 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98405?
98405 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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