For the 2025-26 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 (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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: #22.
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: #33.
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 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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