Best 98058 Washington Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,091 students in 98058, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98058, WA are Ridgewood Elementary School, Carriage Crest Elementary School and Fairwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98058 have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98058, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98058, WA Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ridgewood Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
18030 162nd Pl Se
Renton, WA 98058
(253) 373-7482
Gr: PK-5 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Carriage Crest Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
18235 140th Ave Se
Renton, WA 98058
(253) 373-7597
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #33.
Fairwood Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
16600 148th Ave Se
Renton, WA 98058
(253) 373-7491
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98058, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98058, WA include Ridgewood Elementary School, Carriage Crest Elementary School and Fairwood Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98058?
3 public preschools are located in 98058.
What is the racial composition of students in 98058?
98058 public preschools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).

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