For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,712 students in 98407, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98407, WA are Washington Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School and Science And Math Institute. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98407 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98407, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98407, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2615 N. Adams Street
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5700
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5700
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #22.
Sherman Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
4415 N 38th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5488
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5488
Grades: K-5
| 424 students
Rank: #33.
Science And Math Institute
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5501 N. Pearl St, Tacoma
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2300
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2300
Grades: 9-12
| 604 students
Rank: #44.
Point Defiance Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4330 N Visscher St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-6900
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-6900
Grades: K-5
| 300 students
Rank: #55.
Mason Middle School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3901 N 28th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-7000
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-7000
Grades: 6-8
| 608 students
Rank: #66.
Truman Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5801 N 35th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5600
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5600
Grades: 6-8
| 417 students
Rank: n/an/a
2708 N Union Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-1000
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-1000
Grades: PK
| n/a students
98407, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
4415 N 38th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2255
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2255
Grades: PK-5
| 335 students
Washington Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2601 S. 35th St., Ste. 100
Tacoma, WA 98407
(866) 548-9444
Tacoma, WA 98407
(866) 548-9444
Grades: K-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98407, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98407, WA include Washington Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School and Science And Math Institute.
How many public schools are located in 98407?
7 public schools are located in 98407.
What is the racial composition of students in 98407?
98407 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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