For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 4,088 students in 98117, WA (there are , serving 70 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in 98117, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98117, WA are Ballard High School, Greenwood Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98117 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98117, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98117, WA 51±¬ÁÏs (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Ballard High School
(Math: 71% | Reading: 94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1418 Nw 65 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1000
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1000
Gr: 9-12 | 1,645 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #22.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
144 Nw 80 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1400
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 324 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #33.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
1320 Nw 75 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1650
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1650
Gr: K-5 | 342 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #44.
North Beach Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9018 24 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1510
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1510
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Whitman Middle School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9201 15 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1200
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1200
Gr: 6-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Salmon Bay K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 65% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1810 Nw 65 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1720
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1720
Gr: K-8 | 632 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #77.
Licton Springs K-8
Alternative School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3015 Nw 68th St.
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 743-3700
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 schools in 98117, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98117, WA include Ballard High School, Greenwood Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98117?
7 public schools are located in 98117.
What percentage of students in 98117 go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in 98117 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98117?
98117 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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