For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,621 students in 98001, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98001, WA are Evergreen Heights Elementary School, Lakeland Elementary School and Meredith Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98001 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 38% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98001, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98001, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evergreen Heights Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
5602 S 316th St
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 931-4974
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 931-4974
Gr: PK-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Lakeland Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
35827 32nd Av S
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 945-3000
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 945-3000
Gr: PK-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #33.
Meredith Hill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5830 S 300th St
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 945-3200
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 945-3200
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #44.
Lake Dolloff Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4200 S 308th St
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 945-2800
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 945-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #55.
Camelot Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4041 S 298th
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 945-2500
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 945-2500
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Valhalla Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
27847 42nd Av S
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 945-4300
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 945-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
98001, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
West Auburn Senior High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
401 W Main St
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 931-4990
Auburn, WA 98001
(253) 931-4990
Gr: 9-12 | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98001, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98001, WA include Evergreen Heights Elementary School, Lakeland Elementary School and Meredith Hill Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98001?
6 public preschools are located in 98001.
What is the racial composition of students in 98001?
98001 public preschools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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