For the 2024 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,926 students in 98407, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 46 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 98407, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top ranked public schools in 98407, WA are Sherman Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Point Defiance Elementary School. 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 22% (versus the Washington public school average of 50%), and reading proficiency score of 32% (versus the 59% statewide average). Schools in 98407, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98407, WA Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Sherman Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4415 N 38th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5488
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5488
Grades: K-5
| 422 students
Rank: #22.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
6501 S 10th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5738
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5738
Grades: PK-5
| 359 students
Rank: #33.
Point Defiance Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4330 N Visscher St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-6900
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-6900
Grades: PK-5
| 329 students
Rank: #44.
Science And Math Institute
Magnet School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5501 N. Pearl St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2300
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2300
Grades: 9-12
| 600 students
Rank: #55.
Mason Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 74%)
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
| 689 students
Rank: #66.
Truman Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5801 N 35th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5600
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5600
Grades: 6-8
| 527 students
Rank: n/an/a
2708 N Union Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-1000
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-1000
Grades: PK
| 0 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 2021)
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 Sherman Elementary School, Washington Elementary School and Point Defiance Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98407, WA?
7 public schools are located in 98407, WA.
What percentage of students in 98407, WA go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 98407, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98407, WA?
98407, WA public schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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