For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,854 students in 98259, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98259, WA are English Crossing Elementary School, Cougar Creek Elementary School and Lakewood Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98259 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98259, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98259, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
English Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
16728 16th Dr N.e.
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4515
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4515
Gr: K-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Cougar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16216 11th Ave N.e.
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4517
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4517
Gr: K-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Lakewood Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16800 16th Dr N.e.
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4510
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4510
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #44.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17000 16th Dr N.e.
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4520
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4520
Gr: PK-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
98259, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98259, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98259, WA include English Crossing Elementary School, Cougar Creek Elementary School and Lakewood Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98259?
4 public elementary schools are located in 98259.
What is the racial composition of students in 98259?
98259 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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