For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,035 students in 98053, WA (there are , serving 1,596 private students). 72% of all K-12 students in 98053, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98053, WA are Nikola Tesla Stem High School, Louisa May Alcott Elementary School and Rosa Parks Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98053 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 86% (versus the 53% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98053, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Nikola Tesla Stem High School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≥95% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4301 228th Ave Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2770
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2770
Grades: 9-12
| 601 students
Rank: #22.
Louisa May Alcott Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4213 - 228th Ave Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2490
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2490
Grades: K-5
| 630 students
Rank: #33.
Rosa Parks Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
22845 Ne Cedar Park Crescent
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2650
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2650
Grades: K-5
| 499 students
Rank: #44.
Timberline Middle School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9900 Redmond Ridge Drive Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2820
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2820
Grades: 6-8
| 741 students
Rank: #55.
Evergreen Middle School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
6900 208th Ave Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2320
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2320
Grades: 6-8
| 804 students
Rank: #66.
Ella Baker Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
9595 Eastridge Drive Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2790
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2790
Grades: K-5
| 442 students
Rank: #77.
Emily Dickinson Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
7040 - 208th Ne
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2530
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 936-2530
Grades: K-5
| 318 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98053, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98053, WA include Nikola Tesla Stem High School, Louisa May Alcott Elementary School and Rosa Parks Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98053?
7 public schools are located in 98053.
What percentage of students in 98053 go to public school?
72% of all K-12 students in 98053 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98053?
98053 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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