For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 1,050 students in 98402, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98402, WA are Tacoma Open Doors and Tacoma School Of The Arts. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98402 have an average math proficiency score of 12% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98402, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98402 have a Graduation Rate of 44%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Tacoma School Of The Arts, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98402, WA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tacoma Open Doors
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 80-89% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1818 Tacoma Ave S
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 571-3270
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 571-3270
Gr: 9-12 | 392 students Student-teacher ratio: 78:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #22.
Tacoma School Of The Arts
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
302 S. Ninth Street, Suite 200
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 571-7900
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 571-7900
Gr: 9-12 | 658 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98402, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98402, WA include Tacoma Open Doors and Tacoma School Of The Arts.
How many public high schools are located in 98402?
2 public high schools are located in 98402.
What is the racial composition of students in 98402?
98402 public high schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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