For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,712 students in 98407, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98407, WA are Washington Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School and Point Defiance Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98407 have an average math proficiency score of 46% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 66% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98407, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98407, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
2615 N. Adams Street
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5700
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 359 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Sherman Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4415 N 38th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5488
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5488
Gr: K-5 | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #33.
Point Defiance Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4330 N Visscher St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-6900
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-6900
Gr: K-5 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #44.
Science And Math Institute
Magnet School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
5501 N. Pearl St, Tacoma
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2300
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2300
Gr: 9-12 | 604 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #55.
Mason Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
3901 N 28th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-7000
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-7000
Gr: 6-8 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #66.
Truman Middle School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
5801 N 35th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5600
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-5600
Gr: 6-8 | 417 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
98407, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4415 N 38th St
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2255
Tacoma, WA 98407
(253) 571-2255
Gr: PK-5 | 335 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Washington Virtual Academy (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
2601 S. 35th St., Ste. 100
Tacoma, WA 98407
(866) 548-9444
Tacoma, WA 98407
(866) 548-9444
Gr: K-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98407, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98407, WA include Washington Elementary School, Sherman Elementary School and Point Defiance Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98407?
7 public schools are located in 98407.
What is the racial composition of students in 98407?
98407 public schools minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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