For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public preschool serving 521 students in 98465, WA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 98465, WA is Geiger Montessori School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschool in zipcode 98465 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98465, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98465, WA Public Preschools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Geiger Montessori School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7401 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 571-6800
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 571-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 521 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98465, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98465, WA include Geiger Montessori School.
How many public preschools are located in 98465?
1 public preschools are located in 98465.
What is the racial composition of students in 98465?
98465 public preschools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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