For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public high schools serving 1,043 students in 98405, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98405, WA are Special Services, The School At Pearl Youth Residence and Foss High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98405 have an average math proficiency score of 14% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98405, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98405 have a Graduation Rate of 85%, which is more than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Foss High School, with 85-89% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98405, WA Public High 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.
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: 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 high schools in 98405, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98405, WA include Special Services, The School At Pearl Youth Residence and Foss High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98405?
8 public high schools are located in 98405.
What is the racial composition of students in 98405?
98405 public high schools minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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