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Best 98503 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 8,414 students in 98503, WA (there are 8 private schools, serving 662 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 98503, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98503, WA are Evergreen Forest Elementary School, Lakes Elementary School and Timberline High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98503 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98503, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98503, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Evergreen Forest Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
3025 Marvin Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4670
Gr: K-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #22.
Lakes Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 55%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
6211 Mullen Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4600
Gr: K-5 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Timberline High School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 73%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
6120 Mullen Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4860
Gr: 9-12 | 1,401 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 54%
Rank: #44.
Woodland Elementary School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
4630 Carpenter Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4680
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 48%
Rank: #55.
Mountain View Elementary School
(Math: 45% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1900 College St Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4630
Gr: PK-5 | 776 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #66.
Seven Oaks Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 Seven Oaks Dr Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4700
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
Rank: #77.
Komachin Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3650 College St Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4740
Gr: 6-8 | 640 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #88.
Lacey Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
1800 Homann Dr Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4650
Gr: K-5 | 368 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #99.
Washington Connections Academy Goldendale
Magnet School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
4501 Intelco Loop Se Suite 201
Lacey, WA 98503
(509) 818-0509
Gr: K-12 | 2,121 students Student-teacher ratio: 29:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #1010.
Lydia Hawk Elementary School
(Math: 32% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
7600 5th Ave Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4610
Gr: K-5 | 496 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #1111.
Nisqually Middle School
(Math: 21% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
8100 Steilacoom Rd Se
Lacey, WA 98503
(360) 412-4770
Gr: 6-8 | 789 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98503, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98503, WA include Evergreen Forest Elementary School, Lakes Elementary School and Timberline High School.
How many public schools are located in 98503?
11 public schools are located in 98503.
What percentage of students in 98503 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 98503 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98503?
98503 public schools minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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