For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,096 students in 98199, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98199, WA are Lawton Elementary School, Catharine Blaine K-8 School and Magnolia Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98199 have an average math proficiency score of 70% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 78% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98199, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98199, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Lawton Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4000 27 Av W
Seattle, WA 98199
(206) 252-2130
Seattle, WA 98199
(206) 252-2130
Grades: K-5
| 322 students
Rank: #22.
Catharine Blaine K-8 School
(Math: 72% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
2550 34 Av W
Seattle, WA 98199
(206) 252-1920
Seattle, WA 98199
(206) 252-1920
Grades: K-8
| 436 students
Rank: #33.
Magnolia Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2418 24th Ave W
Seattle, WA 98199
(206) 743-3800
Seattle, WA 98199
(206) 743-3800
Grades: PK-5
| 338 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98199, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98199, WA include Lawton Elementary School, Catharine Blaine K-8 School and Magnolia Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98199?
3 public elementary schools are located in 98199.
What is the racial composition of students in 98199?
98199 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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