For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public preschools serving 1,923 students in 98466, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98466, WA are University Place Primary, Evergreen Primary and Sunset Primary. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98466 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98466, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98466, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
University Place Primary
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2708 W Grandview Dr
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5620
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5620
Gr: PK-4 | 520 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #22.
Evergreen Primary
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7102 40th St W
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5680
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5680
Gr: PK-4 | 538 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #33.
Sunset Primary
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4523 97th Ave W
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5640
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5640
Gr: PK-4 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
777 Elm Tree Ln
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 571-7500
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 571-7500
Gr: PK-3 | 320 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
98466, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Chs Drop-out Reengagement Program Elementary School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
8425 40th St W
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5600
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5600
Gr: 9-12
Curtis Bridge Program High School (Closed 2006)
Alternative School
8805 40th St W. Suite A
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5649
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5649
Gr: 9-12 | 47 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
University Place Special Education (Closed 2018)
Special Education School
3717 Grandview Drive W
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5600
Tacoma, WA 98466
(253) 566-5600
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98466, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98466, WA include University Place Primary, Evergreen Primary and Sunset Primary.
How many public preschools are located in 98466?
4 public preschools are located in 98466.
What is the racial composition of students in 98466?
98466 public preschools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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