For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public elementary schools serving 999 students in 98465, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 98465 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98465, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98465, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Geiger Montessori School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7401 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 571-6800
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:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6501 S 10th St.
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 571-2400
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 elementary schools in 98465, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98465, WA include Geiger Montessori School and Hunt Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98465?
2 public elementary schools are located in 98465.
What is the racial composition of students in 98465?
98465 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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