For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 359 students in 98407, WA.
The top-ranked public preschool in 98407, WA is Washington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98407 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98407, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98407, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2615 N. Adams Street
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5700
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
98407, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4415 N 38th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2255
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2255
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Washington Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2601 S. 35th St., Ste. 100
Tacoma, WA 98407
(866) 548-9444
Tacoma, WA 98407
(866) 548-9444
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98407, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98407, WA include Washington Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98407?
2 public preschools are located in 98407.
What is the racial composition of students in 98407?
98407 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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