For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,195 students in 98108, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98108, WA are Maple Elementary School, Mercer International Middle School and Dearborn Park International School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98108 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98108, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98108, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Maple Elementary School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4925 Corson Av S
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8310
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8310
Gr: K-5 | 401 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
Mercer International Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1600 S Columbian Wy
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8000
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8000
Gr: 6-8 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Dearborn Park International School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2820 S Orcas St
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-6930
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-6930
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Bridges Transition
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7201 Beacon Ave S
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-0058
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-0058
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #55.
Rising Star Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8311 Beacon Av S
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-7500
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: #66.
Concord International School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
723 S Concord St
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8100
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8100
Gr: PK-5 | 268 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98108, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98108, WA include Maple Elementary School, Mercer International Middle School and Dearborn Park International School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98108?
6 public elementary schools are located in 98108.
What is the racial composition of students in 98108?
98108 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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