For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public charter schools serving 1,118 students in 98168, WA.
The top-ranked public charter schools in 98168, WA are Impact 51±¬ÁÏs and Rainier Prep. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public charter schools in zipcode 98168 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the Washington public charter school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 54% statewide average). Charter schools in 98168, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public charter schools.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public charter school average of 66% (majority Black).
Best 98168, WA Public Charter Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Impact 51±¬ÁÏs
Charter School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3438 S. 148th Street
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 712-7640
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 712-7640
Gr: K-5 | 478 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #22.
Rainier Prep
Charter School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10211 12th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 494-5979
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 494-5979
Gr: 5-8 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
Rank: n/an/a
Impact Salish Sea Elementary School
Charter School
3438 S. 148th Street
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 712-7640
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 712-7640
Gr: K-5 | 307 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
98168, Washington 51±¬ÁÏs (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Rainier Prep Ale School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
10211 12th Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98168
(509) 258-4534
Seattle, WA 98168
(509) 258-4534
Gr: 5-8
4640 S 144th Street Tukwila
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-8032
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-8032
Gr: 6-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public charter schools in 98168, WA?
The top-ranked public charter schools in 98168, WA include Impact 51±¬ÁÏs and Rainier Prep.
How many public charter schools are located in 98168?
3 public charter schools are located in 98168.
What is the racial composition of students in 98168?
98168 public charter schools minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public charter schools average of 66% (majority Black).
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