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Best 98465 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 999 students in 98465, WA (there are , serving 525 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 98465, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98465, WA are Geiger Montessori School and Hunt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98465 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98465, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98465, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Geiger Montessori School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
7401 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 571-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Hunt Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
6501 S 10th St.
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 571-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98465, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98465, WA include Geiger Montessori School and Hunt Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98465?
2 public schools are located in 98465.
What percentage of students in 98465 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 98465 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98465?
98465 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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