Best 98106 Washington Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 839 students in 98106, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98106, WA are Pathfinder K-8 School and Louisa Boren Stem K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98106 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98106, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98106, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Pathfinder K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1901 Sw Genesee St
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:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
5950 Delridge Way Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-8450
Gr: PK-8 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98106, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98106, WA include Pathfinder K-8 School and Louisa Boren Stem K-8.
How many public middle schools are located in 98106?
2 public middle schools are located in 98106.
What is the racial composition of students in 98106?
98106 public middle schools minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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