For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,256 students in 98499, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98499, WA are Dower Elementary School, Lakeview Hope Academy and Four Heroes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98499 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98499, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98499, WA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dower Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7817 Dower Rd West
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5240
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5240
Grades: PK-5
| 306 students
Rank: #22.
Lakeview Hope Academy
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10501 47th Ave Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5320
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5320
Grades: PK-5
| 541 students
Rank: #33.
Four Heroes Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9101 Lakewood Dr Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5340
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5340
Grades: PK-5
| 528 students
Rank: #44.
Tyee Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11920 Seminole Rd Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5380
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5380
Grades: PK-5
| 336 students
Rank: #55.
Park Lodge Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6300 100th St Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5350
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5350
Grades: PK-5
| 355 students
Rank: n/an/a
10202 Earley Ave Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5360
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5360
Grades: PK
| 190 students
98499, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Lakewood Career Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
5214 Steilacoom Blvd Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5390
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5390
Grades: 9-12
| 61 students
3230 85th St So
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5340
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5340
Grades: PK-5
| 356 students
10202 Earley Ave Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5360
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5360
Grades: PK-5
| 643 students
Special Education Services/relife (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
14721 Murray St
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5170
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5170
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 98499, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98499, WA include Dower Elementary School, Lakeview Hope Academy and Four Heroes Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98499?
6 public preschools are located in 98499.
What is the racial composition of students in 98499?
98499 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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