For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 5,122 students in 98118, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 154 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 98118, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98118, WA are Hawthorne Elementary School, Wing Luke Elementary School and Orca K-8 School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98118 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98118, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98118, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hawthorne Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4100 39 Av S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7210
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7210
Gr: PK-5 | 393 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Wing Luke Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3701 S Kenyon St
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7630
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7630
Gr: PK-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #33.
Orca K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5215 46 Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6900
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6900
Gr: K-8 | 278 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #44.
Alan T. Sugiyama High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8601 Rainier Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6600
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 48 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Graham Hill Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
5149 S Graham St
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7140
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7140
Gr: PK-5 | 266 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #66.
Dunlap Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4525 S Cloverdale St
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7000
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7000
Gr: PK-5 | 261 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #77.
South Shore Pk-8 School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 45%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4800 S Henderson St
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7600
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7600
Gr: PK-8 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #88.
Rainier Beach High School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8815 Seward Park Av S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6350
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6350
Gr: 9-12 | 854 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 96%
Rank: #99.
Aki Kurose Middle School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3928 S Graham St
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7700
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7700
Gr: 6-8 | 817 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #1010.
Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6725 45 Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6770
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6770
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1111.
Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9709 60 Av S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7100
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7100
Gr: PK-5 | 398 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #1212.
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy
Charter School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6020 Rainier Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 659-0956
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 659-0956
Gr: 6-12 | 121 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Rank: n/an/a
Impact Salish Sea Elementary School
Charter School
3900 Holly Park Dr South
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 712-7640
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 712-7640
Gr: K-5 | 385 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
Rank: n/an/a
Interagency Open Doors
Alternative School
3528 S. Ferdinand Street
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-0010
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-0010
Gr: 9-12 | 132 students Minority enrollment: 64%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98118, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98118, WA include Hawthorne Elementary School, Wing Luke Elementary School and Orca K-8 School.
How many public schools are located in 98118?
14 public schools are located in 98118.
What percentage of students in 98118 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 98118 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98118?
98118 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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