For the 2025 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 940 students in 98148, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98148, WA are Choice Academy, North Hill Elementary School and Big Picture School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98148 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98148, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98148, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Choice Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18367 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Grades: 6-12
| 178 students
Rank: #22.
North Hill Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
19835 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-4600
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-4600
Grades: PK-5
| 514 students
Rank: #33.
Big Picture School
Alternative School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
440 S 186th St
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7700
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7700
Grades: 6-12
| 238 students
Rank: n/an/a
Highline Home School Center
Alternative School
18367 8th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Grades: K-12
| 10 students
Rank: n/an/a
Satellite High School
Special Education School
18367 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
98148, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
15631 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 433-2382
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 433-2382
Grades: K-6
| 510 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98148, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98148, WA include Choice Academy, North Hill Elementary School and Big Picture School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98148?
5 public elementary schools are located in 98148.
What is the racial composition of students in 98148?
98148 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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