Best 98112 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,018 students in 98112, WA (there are 5 private schools, serving 1,712 private students). 40% of all K-12 students in 98112, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98112, WA are Montlake Elementary School, Mcgilvra Elementary School and Stevens Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98112 have an average math proficiency score of 45% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98112, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98112, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Montlake Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
2409 22 Av E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 252-3300
Gr: K-5 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #22.
Mcgilvra Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1617 38 Av E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 252-3160
Gr: K-5 | 194 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Stevens Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1242 18 Av E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 252-3400
Gr: K-5 | 150 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #44.
Edmonds S. Meany Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
301 21st Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 413-2100
Gr: 6-8 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 66%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98112, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98112, WA include Montlake Elementary School, Mcgilvra Elementary School and Stevens Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98112?
4 public schools are located in 98112.
What percentage of students in 98112 go to public school?
40% of all K-12 students in 98112 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98112?
98112 public schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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