For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 985 students in 98406, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98406, WA are Jefferson Elementary School, Downing Elementary School and Skyline Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98406 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98406, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98406, WA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4302 North 13th St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-4000
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 358 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
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
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #33.
Skyline Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6301 N. 23rd St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7800
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-7800
Gr: PK-5 | 329 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
98406, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Day Reporting School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
5501 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Student-teacher ratio: 5:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Tacoma Online (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6501 N.23rd St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 948-6398
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 948-6398
Gr: K-12 | 1,655 students Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98406, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98406, WA include Jefferson Elementary School, Downing Elementary School and Skyline Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98406?
3 public preschools are located in 98406.
What is the racial composition of students in 98406?
98406 public preschools minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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