For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 999 students in 98465, WA (there are , serving 525 private students). 66% of all K-12 students in 98465, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98465, WA are Geiger Montessori School and Hunt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98465 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 47% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98465, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98465, WA 51±¬ÁÏs (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Geiger Montessori School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7401 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 571-6800
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 571-6800
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #22.
Hunt Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
6501 S 10th St.
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 571-2400
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 571-2400
Gr: 6-8 | 484 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98465, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98465, WA include Geiger Montessori School and Hunt Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98465?
2 public schools are located in 98465.
What percentage of students in 98465 go to public school?
66% of all K-12 students in 98465 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98465?
98465 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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