Best 98148 Washington Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public high schools serving 1,845 students in 98148, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98148, WA are Choice Academy, Highline High School and Big Picture School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98148 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98148, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98148 have a Graduation Rate of 83%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Highline High School, with 83% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98148, WA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Choice Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
18367 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Gr: 6-12 | 176 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Highline High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
225 S 152nd St
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,423 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Big Picture School
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
440 S 186th St
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7700
Gr: 6-12 | 233 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #44.
Puget Sound High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
1/
10
Bottom 50%
18010 8th Ave South
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7300
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Highline Home School Center
Alternative School
18367 8th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Gr: K-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 10%
Rank: n/an/a
Puget Sound Skills Center
Vocational School
18010 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7300
Gr: 10-12 | 3 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Satellite High School
Special Education School
18367 8th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98148
(206) 631-7630
Gr: PK-12

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98148, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98148, WA include Choice Academy, Highline High School and Big Picture School.
How many public high schools are located in 98148?
7 public high schools are located in 98148.
What is the racial composition of students in 98148?
98148 public high schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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