For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public middle school serving 566 students in 98144, WA.
The top-ranked public middle school in 98144, WA is Washington Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle school in zipcode 98144 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98144, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98144, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Middle School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2101 S Jackson St
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 252-2600
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 252-2600
Gr: 6-8 | 566 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98144, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98144, WA include Washington Middle School.
How many public middle schools are located in 98144?
1 public middle schools are located in 98144.
What is the racial composition of students in 98144?
98144 public middle schools minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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