Best 98116 Washington Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 774 students in 98116, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98116, WA are Alki Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98116 have an average math proficiency score of 71% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98116, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98116, WA Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alki Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3010 59 Av Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9050
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2645 California Av Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9500
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98116, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98116, WA include Alki Elementary School and Lafayette Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98116?
2 public preschools are located in 98116.
What is the racial composition of students in 98116?
98116 public preschools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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