For the 2025 school year, there is 1 public school serving 441 students in 98439, WA.
The top ranked public school in 98439, WA is Carter Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public school in zipcode 98439 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 62% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98439, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98439, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carter Lake Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3420 Lincoln Blvd Sw
Lakewood, WA 98439
(253) 583-5210
Lakewood, WA 98439
(253) 583-5210
Gr: PK-5 | 441 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
98439, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4010 Woodbrook Dr Sw
Lakewood, WA 98439
(253) 589-7765
Lakewood, WA 98439
(253) 589-7765
Gr: PK-5 | 304 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98439, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98439, WA include Carter Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98439?
1 public schools are located in 98439.
What is the racial composition of students in 98439?
98439 public schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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