Best 98033 Washington Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 2,636 students in 98033, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98033, WA are International Community School, Lake Washington High School and Emerson K-12. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98033 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 91% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98033, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98033 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Lake Washington High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98033, WA Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
International Community School
Alternative School
Magnet School
(Math: 92% | Reading: 95%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 1%
11133 Ne 65th St
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2380
Gr: 6-12 | 421 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #22.
Lake Washington High School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
12033 Ne 80th
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-1700
Gr: 9-12 | 2,081 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Emerson K-12
Alternative School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
10903 Ne 53rd Street
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 936-2311
Gr: K-12 | 67 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 42%
Rank: #44.
Emerson High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
10903 Ne 53rd St
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 high schools in 98033, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98033, WA include International Community School, Lake Washington High School and Emerson K-12.
How many public high schools are located in 98033?
4 public high schools are located in 98033.
What is the racial composition of students in 98033?
98033 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

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