For the 2025-26 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 468 students in 98014, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98014, WA are Carnation Elementary School and Parade. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98014 have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98014, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98014, WA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carnation Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4950 Tolt Ave
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4550
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Parade
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32302 Ne 50th St
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Gr: PK-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 98014, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98014, WA include Carnation Elementary School and Parade.
How many public preschools are located in 98014?
2 public preschools are located in 98014.
What is the racial composition of students in 98014?
98014 public preschools minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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