For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 1,593 students in 98405, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98405, WA are Special Services, Delong Elementary School and Stanley Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98405 have an average math proficiency score of 29% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98405, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98405, WA Public Preschools (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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98405, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98405, WA include Special Services, Delong Elementary School and Stanley Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98405?
6 public preschools are located in 98405.
What is the racial composition of students in 98405?
98405 public preschools minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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