For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,190 students in 98031, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98031, WA are Glenridge Elementary School, Soos Creek Elementary School and Springbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98031 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98031, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98031, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenridge Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19405 120th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7494
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7494
Gr: PK-5 | 298 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Soos Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12651 Se 218th Place
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7690
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7690
Gr: PK-5 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Springbrook Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
20035 100th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7485
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7485
Gr: PK-5 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #44.
Park Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11010 Se 232nd St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7473
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7473
Gr: PK-5 | 473 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Panther Lake Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10200 Se 216th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7470
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7470
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #66.
East Hill Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9825 S 240th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7455
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7455
Gr: PK-5 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98031, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98031, WA include Glenridge Elementary School, Soos Creek Elementary School and Springbrook Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98031?
6 public preschools are located in 98031.
What is the racial composition of students in 98031?
98031 public preschools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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