For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,916 students in 98418, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98418, WA are Reed Elementary School and Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98418 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98418, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98418, WA Public Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reed Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1802 S 36th St
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-6464
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-6464
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
701 S 37th St
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-6700
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,529 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
3201 S D Street
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-2620
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-2620
Gr: PK | 30 students Minority enrollment: 90%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98418, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98418, WA include Reed Elementary School and Lincoln High School.
How many public schools are located in 98418?
3 public schools are located in 98418.
What is the racial composition of students in 98418?
98418 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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