For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 6,803 students in 98033, WA (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,214 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in 98033, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98033, WA are Northstar Middle School, International Community School and Community School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98033 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 82% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98033, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98033, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northstar Middle School
Alternative School
(Math: 90-94% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
10903 Ne 53rd St
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-1760
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-1760
Gr: 6-8 | 85 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #22.
International Community School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
11133 Ne 65th St
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2380
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2380
Gr: 6-12 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Community School
Alternative School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
11133 Ne 65th
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2395
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2395
Gr: 1-5 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Peter Kirk Elementary School
(Math: 74% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1312 6th Street
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2590
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2590
Gr: K-5 | 592 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 46%
Rank: #55.
Rose Hill Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
8044 128th Ave Ne
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2680
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2680
Gr: K-5 | 570 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 69%
Rank: #66.
Benjamin Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
12434 Ne 60th
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2550
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2550
Gr: K-5 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #77.
Lakeview Elementary School
(Math: 77% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
10400 Ne 68th
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2600
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2600
Gr: K-5 | 602 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #88.
Kirkland Middle School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
430 18th Ave
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2420
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2420
Gr: 6-8 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #99.
Lake Washington High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
12033 Ne 80th
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-1700
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,081 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #1010.
Mark Twain Elementary School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9525 130th Ave Ne
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2730
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2730
Gr: K-5 | 550 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #1111.
Emerson K-12
Alternative School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
10903 Ne 53rd Street
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2311
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2311
Gr: K-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #1212.
Alexander Graham Bell Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11212 Ne 112th
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2510
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2510
Gr: PK-5 | 503 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #1313.
Emerson High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
10903 Ne 53rd St
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2300
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98033, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98033, WA include Northstar Middle School, International Community School and Community School.
How many public schools are located in 98033?
13 public schools are located in 98033.
What percentage of students in 98033 go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in 98033 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98033?
98033 public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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