For the 2025-26 school year, there are 4 public high schools serving 7,783 students in 98409, WA.
The top ranked public high schools in 98409, WA are Mount Tahoma High School and Oakland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98409 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98409, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98409 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mount Tahoma High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98409, WA Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Tahoma High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4634 S 74th Street
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-3852
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-3852
Gr: 9-12 | 1,416 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #22.
Oakland High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3319 S Adams St
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-5102
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-5102
Gr: 9-12 | 114 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: n/an/a
Insight School Of Wa Open Doors Program
Alternative School
2601 S 35th St Ste 100
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 292-5817
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 292-5817
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Washington Virtual Academies
Alternative School
2601 S 35th Street Suite 100
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 591-6888
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 591-6888
Gr: K-12 | 6,245 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1
98409, Washington 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Centro Latino High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
3319 So Adams St
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-1387
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-1387
Gr: 9-10 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Oakland Alternative High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3319 S Adams St
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-1387
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-1387
Gr: 9-12 | 290 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Oakland Altr. High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
3319 S Adams
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-1387
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-1387
Gr: 9-12 | 156 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Trans Prog @ Oakland High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
3319 So Adams St
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-2645
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-2645
Gr: 9-12 | 23 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Urban League Tlc High School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
3319 So Adams St
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-1387
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-1387
Gr: 9-12 | 10 students
Wava High School (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
2601 S 35th Street Suite 100
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 964-1068
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 964-1068
Gr: 9-12 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 98409, WA?
The top ranked public high schools in 98409, WA include Mount Tahoma High School and Oakland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98409?
4 public high schools are located in 98409.
What is the racial composition of students in 98409?
98409 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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