For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 3,381 students in 98406, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98406, WA are Jefferson Elementary School, Downing Elementary School and Grant Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98406 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98406, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98406, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4302 North 13th St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-4000
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-4000
Grades: PK-5
| 323 students
Rank: #22.
Downing Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5130 N. 26th Street
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7100
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7100
Grades: PK-5
| 283 students
Rank: #33.
Grant Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2510 N 11th St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-5400
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-5400
Grades: K-5
| 376 students
Rank: #44.
Dr. Dolores Silas High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1202 N Orchard St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-6000
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-6000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,136 students
Rank: #55.
Skyline Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
6301 N. 23rd St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7800
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 372 students
Rank: n/an/a
5501 6th Ave
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Grades: 6-12
| 33 students
Rank: n/an/a
6501 N.23rd St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Grades: K-5
| 159 students
Rank: n/an/a
6501 N.23rd St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Grades: 9-12
| 506 students
Rank: n/an/a
6501 N.23rd St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Grades: 6-8
| 193 students
98406, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Day Reporting School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
5501 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Grades: 9-12
| 9 students
Tacoma Online (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6501 N.23rd St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 948-6398
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 948-6398
Grades: K-12
| 1,655 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98406, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98406, WA include Jefferson Elementary School, Downing Elementary School and Grant Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98406?
9 public schools are located in 98406.
What is the racial composition of students in 98406?
98406 public schools minority enrollment is 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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