For the 2025 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 1,096 students in 98118, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in 98118, WA are Alan T. Sugiyama High School, Rainier Beach High School and Rainier Valley Leadership Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98118 have an average math proficiency score of 19% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98118, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98118 have a Graduation Rate of 71%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Rainier Beach High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98118, WA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 46 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #22.
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 | 765 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: #33.
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 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
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 | 122 students Minority enrollment: 58%
98118, Washington 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
African American Academy K-8 (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
8311 Beacon Av S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6650
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-6650
Gr: K-8 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
5215 46 Av S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7560
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 252-7560
Gr: K-5 | 231 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98118, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98118, WA include Alan T. Sugiyama High School, Rainier Beach High School and Rainier Valley Leadership Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 98118?
4 public high schools are located in 98118.
What is the racial composition of students in 98118?
98118 public high schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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