For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,713 students in 98259, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98259, WA are Lakewood High School, English Crossing Elementary School and Cougar Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98259 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98259, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98259, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lakewood High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
17023 11th Ave Ne
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4505
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4505
Gr: 9-12 | 834 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #22.
English Crossing Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
16728 16th Dr N.e.
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4515
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4515
Gr: K-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #33.
Cougar Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
16216 11th Ave N.e.
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4517
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4517
Gr: K-5 | 422 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #44.
Lakewood Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
16800 16th Dr N.e.
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4510
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4510
Gr: 6-8 | 668 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #55.
Lakewood Elementary School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
17000 16th Dr N.e.
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4520
North Lakewood, WA 98259
(360) 652-4520
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98259, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98259, WA include Lakewood High School, English Crossing Elementary School and Cougar Creek Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98259?
5 public schools are located in 98259.
What is the racial composition of students in 98259?
98259 public schools minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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