For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 853 students in 98102, WA (there are , serving 1,127 private students). 43% of all K-12 students in 98102, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98102, WA are Tops K-8 School and Lowell Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98102 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 64% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98102, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98102, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tops K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2500 Franklin Av E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 252-3510
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 252-3510
Gr: PK-8 | 471 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #22.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1058 E Mercer St
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 252-3020
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 252-3020
Gr: PK-5 | 382 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98102, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98102, WA include Tops K-8 School and Lowell Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98102?
2 public schools are located in 98102.
What percentage of students in 98102 go to public school?
43% of all K-12 students in 98102 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98102?
98102 public schools minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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