For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,181 students in 98408, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98408, WA are Mann Elementary School, Whitman Elementary School and Birney Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98408 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98408, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98408, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mann Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1002 S 52nd St
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-6300
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-6300
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1120 S 39th St
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-7272
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-7272
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Birney Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7627 South Sheridan Ave
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-4600
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98408, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98408, WA include Mann Elementary School, Whitman Elementary School and Birney Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98408?
3 public preschools are located in 98408.
What is the racial composition of students in 98408?
98408 public preschools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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