For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,256 students in 98499, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98499, WA are Dower Elementary School, Lakeview Hope Academy and Four Heroes Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98499 have an average math proficiency score of 24% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 31% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98499, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98499, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Dower Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
7817 Dower Rd West
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5240
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5240
Gr: PK-5 | 306 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #22.
Lakeview Hope Academy
(Math: 27% | Reading: 34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10501 47th Ave Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5320
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5320
Gr: PK-5 | 541 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #33.
Four Heroes Elementary School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
9101 Lakewood Dr Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5340
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5340
Gr: PK-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Tyee Park Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11920 Seminole Rd Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5380
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5380
Gr: PK-5 | 336 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #55.
Park Lodge Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
6300 100th St Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5350
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5350
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: n/an/a
10202 Earley Ave Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5360
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5360
Gr: PK | 190 students Student-teacher ratio: 63:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
98499, Washington 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Lakewood Career Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
5214 Steilacoom Blvd Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5390
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5390
Gr: 9-12 | 61 students Minority enrollment: 69%
3230 85th St So
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5340
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5340
Gr: PK-5 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
10202 Earley Ave Sw
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5360
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5360
Gr: PK-5 | 643 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Special Education Services/relife (Closed 2024)
Special Education School
14721 Murray St
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5170
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 583-5170
Gr: PK-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98499, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98499, WA include Dower Elementary School, Lakeview Hope Academy and Four Heroes Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98499?
6 public preschools are located in 98499.
What is the racial composition of students in 98499?
98499 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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