Best 98118 Washington Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,155 students in 98118, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98118, WA are Alan T. Sugiyama High School, Rainier Beach High School and Rainier Valley Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98118 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98118, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98118 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rainier Beach High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98118, WA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alan T. Sugiyama High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8601 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Rainier Beach High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
8815 Seward Park Av S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6350
Gr: 9-12 | 854 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #33.
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
Interagency Open Doors
Alternative School
3528 S. Ferdinand Street
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-0010
Gr: 9-12 | 132 students Minority enrollment: 64%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98118, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98118, WA include Alan T. Sugiyama High School, Rainier Beach High School and Rainier Valley Leadership Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 98118?
4 public high schools are located in 98118.
What is the racial composition of students in 98118?
98118 public high schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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