For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public preschools serving 2,553 students in 98198, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98198, WA are Des Moines Elementary School, Parkside Elementary School and Midway Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98198 have an average math proficiency score of 18% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 25% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98198, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98198, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Des Moines Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
22001 9th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-3700
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Parkside Elementary School
(Math: 19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2104 S 247th St
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4700
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #33.
Midway Elementary School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22447 24th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4400
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4400
Gr: PK-5 | 564 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #44.
River Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 17%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
22420 Military Rd S
Seattle, WA 98198
(253) 373-7320
Seattle, WA 98198
(253) 373-7320
Gr: PK-5 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Madrona Elementary School
(Math: 6-9% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
20301 32nd Ave South
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4100
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 631-4100
Gr: PK-5 | 333 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
98198, Washington 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
615 S 200th St
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 433-2561
Seattle, WA 98198
(206) 433-2561
Gr: PK-6 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98198, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98198, WA include Des Moines Elementary School, Parkside Elementary School and Midway Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98198?
5 public preschools are located in 98198.
What is the racial composition of students in 98198?
98198 public preschools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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