For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,675 students in 98406, WA.
The top ranked public high school in 98406, WA is Dr. Dolores Silas High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98406 have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Washington public high school average of 35%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98406, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98406 have a Graduation Rate of 92%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Dr. Dolores Silas High School, with 92% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98406, WA Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Dr. Dolores Silas High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1202 N Orchard St
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-6000
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-6000
Grades: 9-12
| 1,136 students
Rank: n/an/a
5501 6th Ave
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Grades: 6-12
| 33 students
Rank: n/an/a
6501 N.23rd St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-1545
Grades: 9-12
| 506 students
98406, Washington 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Day Reporting School (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
5501 6th Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 571-2670
Grades: 9-12
| 9 students
Tacoma Online (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
6501 N.23rd St.
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 948-6398
Tacoma, WA 98406
(253) 948-6398
Grades: K-12
| 1,655 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98406, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98406, WA include Dr. Dolores Silas High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98406?
3 public high schools are located in 98406.
What is the racial composition of students in 98406?
98406 public high schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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