For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,030 students in 98444, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98444, WA are Fern Hill Elementary School and Helen Stafford Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98444 have an average math proficiency score of 34% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 29% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98444, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98444, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Fern Hill Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8442 S Park Ave
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 571-3888
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 571-3888
Gr: PK-5 | 311 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #22.
Helen Stafford Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1615 South 92nd St
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 571-4300
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 571-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: n/an/a
12223 S A Street
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-4675
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-4675
Gr: PK | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 33:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98444, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98444, WA include Fern Hill Elementary School and Helen Stafford Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98444?
3 public preschools are located in 98444.
What is the racial composition of students in 98444?
98444 public preschools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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