For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 2,762 students in 98405, WA (there are 4 private schools, serving 1,613 private students). 67% of all K-12 students in 98405, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98405, WA are Special Services, The School At Pearl Youth Residence and Bryant Montessori Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98405 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98405, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98405, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Special Services
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
601 S. 8th Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1224
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1224
Gr: PK-12 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #22.
The School At Pearl Youth Residence
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
815 South Pearl Street
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 396-5937
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 396-5937
Gr: 6-12 | 21 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Bryant Montessori Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
717 S. Grant Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Gr: 6-8 | 135 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #44.
Delong Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
4901 S 14 St St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-5800
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 349 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Stanley Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1712 S 17th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4500
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4500
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Bryant Montessori School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
717 S Grant Ave
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2800
Gr: PK-5 | 313 students Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #77.
Franklin Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1402 S Lawrence St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1400
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1400
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
Foss High School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2112 S Tyler St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-7300
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 599 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #99.
Edna Travis Elementary School
(Math: 10-14% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2111 S J St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4900
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-4900
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: n/an/a
Alternative Spcl Needs Div Occ
Special Education School
601 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1040
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1040
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
Bates Technical College - Open Doors
Alternative School
1101 South Yakima Ave.
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7184
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7184
Gr: 9-12
Rank: n/an/a
1101 South Yakima Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7584
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 680-7584
Gr: 9-12 | 343 students Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: n/an/a
Community Based Trans Program
Special Education School
601 S 8th St
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2603
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-2603
Gr: 12 | 71 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: n/an/a
930 Tacoma Ave S, C/o Miguel V
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1032
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 571-1032
Gr: 9-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98405, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98405, WA include Special Services, The School At Pearl Youth Residence and Bryant Montessori Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98405?
14 public schools are located in 98405.
What percentage of students in 98405 go to public school?
67% of all K-12 students in 98405 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98405?
98405 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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