For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public elementary schools serving 5,135 students in 98168, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98168, WA are Impact 51±¬ÁÏs, Rainier Prep and Tukwila Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98168 have an average math proficiency score of 25% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 30% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98168, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98168, WA Public Elementary 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: #33.
Tukwila Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5939 S 149th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7500
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 448 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #44.
Thorndyke Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4415 S 150th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7600
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7600
Gr: PK-5 | 373 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #55.
Beverly Park Elementary At Glendale
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1201 S 104th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-3400
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 370 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #66.
Cedarhurst Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
611 S 132nd St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-3600
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 396 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #77.
Southern Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11249 14th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-5000
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-5000
Gr: PK-5
Rank: #88.
Cascade View Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13601 32nd Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7700
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 514 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #99.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12250 24th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-4000
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 531 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Rank: #1010.
Showalter Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 26%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4628 S 144th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7800
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7800
Gr: 6-8 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 92%
Rank: #1111.
Glacier Middle School
(Math: 16% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2450 South 142nd Street
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-5300
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 785 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 93%
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%
Rank: n/an/a
Tukwila Online Learning
Alternative School
4640 S 144th Street
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-8018
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-8018
Gr: 6-12
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 elementary schools in 98168, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98168, WA include Impact 51±¬ÁÏs, Rainier Prep and Tukwila Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98168?
13 public elementary schools are located in 98168.
What is the racial composition of students in 98168?
98168 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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