For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,603 students in 98198, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98198, WA are Des Moines Elementary School, Woodmont K-8 School and Pacific Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98198 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98198, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98198, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Des Moines Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
22001 9th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-3700
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Woodmont K-8 School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
26454 16th Av S
Seattle, WA 98198
(253) 945-4500
Seattle, WA 98198
(253) 945-4500
Gr: K-8 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #33.
Pacific Middle School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22705 24th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-5800
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-5800
Gr: 6-8 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #44.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2104 S 247th St
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4700
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 535 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #55.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22447 24th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4400
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 548 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #66.
River Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22420 Military Rd S
Seattle, WA 98198
(253) 373-7320
Seattle, WA 98198
(253) 373-7320
Gr: PK-5 | 697 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #77.
Madrona Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20301 32nd Ave South
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4100
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 317 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98198, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98198, WA include Des Moines Elementary School, Woodmont K-8 School and Pacific Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98198?
7 public elementary schools are located in 98198.
What is the racial composition of students in 98198?
98198 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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