For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 663 students in 98109, WA (there are , serving 460 private students). 59% of all K-12 students in 98109, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98109, WA are John Hay Elementary School, Queen Anne Elementary School and The Center School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
schools in zipcode 98109 have an average math proficiency score of 59% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98109, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98109, WA Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
John Hay Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
201 Garfield St
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-2100
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-2100
Grades: K-5
| 264 students
Rank: #22.
Queen Anne Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
411 Boston St.
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-2480
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-2480
Grades: K-5
| 215 students
Rank: #33.
The Center School
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
305 Harrison St
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-9850
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 252-9850
Grades: 9-12
| 184 students
98109, Washington Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Hutch School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
527 Minor Av N
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 288-1079
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 288-1079
Grades: PK-12
| 21 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98109, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98109, WA include John Hay Elementary School, Queen Anne Elementary School and The Center School.
How many public schools are located in 98109?
3 public schools are located in 98109.
What percentage of students in 98109 go to public school?
59% of all K-12 students in 98109 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98109?
98109 public schools minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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