For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,166 students in 98105, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98105, WA are John Stanford International School, Mcdonald International School and Laurelhurst Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98105 have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98105, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98105, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
John Stanford International School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
4057 5 Av Ne
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-6080
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-6080
Gr: K-5 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Mcdonald International School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
144 Ne 54th St
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-2900
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-2900
Gr: K-5 | 474 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #33.
Laurelhurst Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4530 46 Av Ne
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-5400
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 252-5400
Gr: K-5 | 275 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
98105, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Relife Center (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
144 Ne 54th St
Seattle, WA 98105
(253) 945-2084
Seattle, WA 98105
(253) 945-2084
Gr: PK-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98105, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98105, WA include John Stanford International School, Mcdonald International School and Laurelhurst Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98105?
3 public elementary schools are located in 98105.
What is the racial composition of students in 98105?
98105 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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