For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 823 students in 98388, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98388, WA are Saltars Point Elementary School, Cherrydale Elementary School and Anderson Island Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98388 have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98388, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98388, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Saltars Point Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
908 3rd Street
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 983-2600
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 983-2600
Grades: 4-5
| 455 students
Rank: #22.
Cherrydale Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1201 Galloway
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 983-2570
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 983-2570
Grades: K-3
| 345 students
Rank: #33.
Anderson Island Elementary School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
13005 Camus Road
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(206) 884-4901
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(206) 884-4901
Grades: PK-3
| 23 students
98388, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Futures Program Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
510 Chambers Street
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 583-7100
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 583-7100
Grades: 11-12
| 10 students
510 Chambers
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 588-5052
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 588-5052
Grades: K-4
| n/a students
511 Chambers Street
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 983-2200
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 983-2200
Grades: 1-9
| 67 students
Steilacoom Pride Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
54 Sentinel Drive
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 983-2300
Steilacoom, WA 98388
(253) 983-2300
Grades: 9-12
| 18 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98388, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98388, WA include Saltars Point Elementary School, Cherrydale Elementary School and Anderson Island Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98388?
3 public elementary schools are located in 98388.
What is the racial composition of students in 98388?
98388 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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