For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,148 students in 98034, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98034, WA are Carl Sandburg Elementary School, Juanita Elementary School and John Muir Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98034 have an average math proficiency score of 57% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98034, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98034, WA Public Preschools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carl Sandburg Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
12801 - 84th Ave Ne
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 936-2700
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 936-2700
Grades: PK-5
| 409 students
Rank: #22.
Juanita Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9635 Ne 132nd
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 936-2570
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 936-2570
Grades: PK-5
| 382 students
Rank: #33.
John Muir Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
14012 132nd Ave Ne
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 936-2640
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 936-2640
Grades: PK-5
| 357 students
98034, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
11605 132nd Ave Ne
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 739-8107
Kirkland, WA 98034
(425) 739-8107
Grades: 11-12
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 98034, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98034, WA include Carl Sandburg Elementary School, Juanita Elementary School and John Muir Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98034?
3 public preschools are located in 98034.
What is the racial composition of students in 98034?
98034 public preschools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is equal to the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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