For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 1,284 students in 98106, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 212 private students). 88% of all K-12 students in 98106, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98106, WA are Pathfinder K-8 School, Louisa Boren Stem K-8 and Highland Park Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98106 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98106, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98106, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pathfinder K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1901 Sw Genesee St
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-9710
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-9710
Gr: K-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Louisa Boren Stem K-8
Magnet School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5950 Delridge Way Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-8450
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-8450
Gr: PK-8 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1012 Sw Trenton St
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-8240
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-8240
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Sanislo Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1812 Sw Myrtle St
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-8380
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-8380
Gr: K-5 | 145 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98106, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98106, WA include Pathfinder K-8 School, Louisa Boren Stem K-8 and Highland Park Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98106?
5 public schools are located in 98106.
What percentage of students in 98106 go to public school?
88% of all K-12 students in 98106 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98106?
98106 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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