For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,529 students in 98424, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98424, WA are Fife High School and Columbia Junior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98424 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98424, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98424 have a Graduation Rate of 89%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Fife High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98424, WA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fife High School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5616 20th St E
Tacoma, WA 98424
(253) 517-1100
Tacoma, WA 98424
(253) 517-1100
Gr: 10-12 | 885 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Columbia Junior High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
2901 54th Avenue E
Tacoma, WA 98424
(253) 517-1600
Tacoma, WA 98424
(253) 517-1600
Gr: 8-9 | 619 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Fife Open Doors
Alternative School
5802 20th Street East
Tacoma, WA 98424
(253) 517-1000
Tacoma, WA 98424
(253) 517-1000
Gr: 10-12 | 25 students Minority enrollment: 80%
98424, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Learning Opportunity Center (Closed 2014)
Alternative School
5802 20th St East
Tacoma, WA 98424
(253) 517-1135
Tacoma, WA 98424
(253) 517-1135
Gr: 10-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98424, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98424, WA include Fife High School and Columbia Junior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98424?
3 public high schools are located in 98424.
What is the racial composition of students in 98424?
98424 public high schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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