For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 725 students in 98363, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98363, WA are Hamilton Elementary School and Dry Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98363 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98363, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98363, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hamilton Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1822 W 7th St
Port Angeles, WA 98363
(360) 452-6818
Port Angeles, WA 98363
(360) 452-6818
Gr: PK-6 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Dry Creek Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
25 Rife Rd
Port Angeles, WA 98363
(360) 457-5050
Port Angeles, WA 98363
(360) 457-5050
Gr: PK-6 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
98363, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
North Olympic Peninsula Skills Center (Closed 2018)
Vocational School
905 W 9th St
Port Angeles, WA 98363
(360) 565-1533
Port Angeles, WA 98363
(360) 565-1533
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98363, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98363, WA include Hamilton Elementary School and Dry Creek Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98363?
2 public preschools are located in 98363.
What is the racial composition of students in 98363?
98363 public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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