Best 98118 Washington Public Charter Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public charter schools serving 506 students in 98118, WA.
The top-ranked public charter school in 98118, WA is Rainier Valley Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 98118 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Washington public charter school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 54% statewide average). Charter schools in 98118, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public charter school average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).

Best 98118, WA Public Charter Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
6020 Rainier Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 659-0956
Gr: 6-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Impact Salish Sea Elementary School
Charter School
3900 Holly Park Dr South
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 712-7640
Gr: K-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 98118, WA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 98118, WA include Rainier Valley Leadership Academy.
How many public charter schools are located in 98118?
2 public charter schools are located in 98118.
What is the racial composition of students in 98118?
98118 public charter schools minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public charter schools average of 65% (majority Black and Hispanic).

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