Best 98117 Washington Public Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 809 students in 98117, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98117, WA are Greenwood Elementary School, North Beach Elementary School and Licton Springs K-8. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98117 have an average math proficiency score of 67% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 74% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98117, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98117, WA Public Preschools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
144 Nw 80 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
North Beach Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
9018 24 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1510
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Licton Springs K-8
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
3015 Nw 68th St.
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 743-3700
Gr: PK-8 | 119 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 58%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98117, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98117, WA include Greenwood Elementary School, North Beach Elementary School and Licton Springs K-8.
How many public preschools are located in 98117?
3 public preschools are located in 98117.
What is the racial composition of students in 98117?
98117 public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).

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