For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 938 students in 98040, WA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 98040, WA is Islander Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 98040 have an average math proficiency score of 74% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98040, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98040, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Islander Middle School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8225 Se 72nd
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3413
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3413
Gr: 6-8 | 938 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
98040, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Children's Institute For Learning Differences (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4030 86th Ave Se Suite F
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(253) 945-2084
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(253) 945-2084
Gr: PK-12 | 1 student
Eeu Special Education Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
4160 86th Ave Se
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3325
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-3325
Gr: PK-4 | 4 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98040, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98040, WA include Islander Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98040?
1 public middle schools are located in 98040.
What is the racial composition of students in 98040?
98040 public middle schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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