For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public middle schools serving 862 students in 98108, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98108, WA are Mercer International Middle School and Bridges Transition. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98108 have an average math proficiency score of 43% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98108, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98108, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mercer International Middle School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1600 S Columbian Wy
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8000
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-8000
Gr: 6-8 | 753 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
Bridges Transition
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7201 Beacon Ave S
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-0058
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 252-0058
Gr: PK-12 | 109 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98108, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98108, WA include Mercer International Middle School and Bridges Transition.
How many public middle schools are located in 98108?
2 public middle schools are located in 98108.
What is the racial composition of students in 98108?
98108 public middle schools minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
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