For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,443 students in 98117, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98117, WA are Greenwood Elementary School, North Beach Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98117 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 75% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98117, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98117, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Greenwood Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
144 Nw 80 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1400
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1400
Grades: PK-5
| 324 students
Rank: #22.
North Beach Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9018 24 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1510
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1510
Grades: PK-5
| 366 students
Rank: #33.
Whittier Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1320 Nw 75 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1650
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1650
Grades: K-5
| 342 students
Rank: #44.
Whitman Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
9201 15 Av Nw
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1200
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1200
Grades: 6-8
| 660 students
Rank: #55.
Salmon Bay K-8 School
Alternative School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1810 Nw 65 St
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1720
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 252-1720
Grades: K-8
| 632 students
Rank: #66.
Licton Springs K-8
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3015 Nw 68th St.
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 743-3700
Seattle, WA 98117
(206) 743-3700
Grades: PK-8
| 119 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98117, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98117, WA include Greenwood Elementary School, North Beach Elementary School and Whittier Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98117?
6 public elementary schools are located in 98117.
What is the racial composition of students in 98117?
98117 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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