For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 2,967 students in 98408, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98408, WA are Mann Elementary School, Whitman Elementary School and Birney Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98408 have an average math proficiency score of 20% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 35% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98408, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98408, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mann Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1002 S 52nd St
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-6300
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-6300
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
Rank: #22.
Whitman Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1120 S 39th St
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-7272
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-7272
Gr: PK-5 | 365 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Birney Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7627 South Sheridan Ave
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-4600
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Baker Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
8001 So J Street
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-5000
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 687 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #55.
Stewart Middle School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5010 S Pacific Ave
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-2200
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-2200
Gr: 6-8 | 650 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #66.
Angelo Giaudrone Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 31%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
4902 S Alaska St
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-5811
Tacoma, WA 98408
(253) 571-5811
Gr: 6-8 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98408, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98408, WA include Mann Elementary School, Whitman Elementary School and Birney Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98408?
6 public schools are located in 98408.
What is the racial composition of students in 98408?
98408 public schools minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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