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Best 98122 Washington Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,114 students in 98122, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98122, WA are Garfield High School, Nova High School and Interagency Detention School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98122 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98122, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98122 have a Graduation Rate of 80%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Garfield High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98122, WA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Garfield High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
400 23 Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2270
Gr: 9-12 | 1,641 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #22.
Nova High School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
301 21st Avenue East
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3500
Gr: 9-12 | 258 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #33.
Interagency Detention School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1211 E Alder Ms 1-f
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 205-9422
Gr: 6-12 | 30 students Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #44.
Seattle World School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
1700 East Union St.
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2200
Gr: 6-12 | 185 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
[+] Show Closed Public Schools in 98122 Washington

98122, Washington Public Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
302 Broadway Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-0838
Gr: PK-5
170 20th
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 323-6715
Gr: K-5 | 106 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-6816
Gr: 9-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 87%
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 9-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 81%
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-6816
Gr: 10-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 83%
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 10-11 | 2 students
2410 E Cherry St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 721-4370
Gr: 10-12 | 15 students Minority enrollment: 60%
Seattle Central Community Coll
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 587-3893
Gr: 9-12
810 18 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 720-3492
Gr: 6-8 | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
1700 E Union St
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3230
Gr: PK-5 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98122, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98122, WA include Garfield High School, Nova High School and Interagency Detention School.
How many public high schools are located in 98122?
4 public high schools are located in 98122.
What is the racial composition of students in 98122?
98122 public high schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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