For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 6,034 students in 98037, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 460 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 98037, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98037, WA are Meadowdale High School, Meadowdale Elementary School and Meadowdale Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98037 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98037, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98037, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Meadowdale High School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6002 168th St Sw
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7650
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7650
Gr: 9-12 | 1,491 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #22.
Meadowdale Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6505 168th St Sw
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7754
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7754
Gr: K-6 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Meadowdale Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
6500 168th St Sw
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7707
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7707
Gr: 7-8 | 740 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #44.
Martha Lake Elementary School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17500 Larch Way
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7766
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7766
Gr: K-6 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #55.
Beverly Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5221 168th St Sw
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7732
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7732
Gr: K-6 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
Oak Heights Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20000 28th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7744
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7744
Gr: K-6 | 526 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #77.
Alderwood Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1132 172nd St Sw
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7579
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7579
Gr: 7-8 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #88.
Lynnwood Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
18638 44th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7615
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7615
Gr: K-6 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #99.
Spruce Elementary School
(Math: 40% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
17405 Spruce Way
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7720
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(425) 431-7720
Gr: K-6 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98037, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98037, WA include Meadowdale High School, Meadowdale Elementary School and Meadowdale Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98037?
9 public schools are located in 98037.
What percentage of students in 98037 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 98037 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98037?
98037 public schools minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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