For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,120 students in 98122, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98122, WA are Madrona K-5 School, Leschi Elementary School and Interagency Detention School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98122 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98122, WA have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98122, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Madrona K-5 School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1121 33 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3100
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-3100
Gr: K-5 | 213 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #22.
Leschi Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
135 32 Av
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2950
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2950
Gr: K-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Interagency Detention School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1211 E Alder Ms 1-f
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 205-9422
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 205-9422
Gr: 6-12 | 47 students Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #44.
Bailey Gatzert Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1301 E Yesler Wy
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2810
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2810
Gr: PK-5 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #55.
Seattle World School
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1700 East Union St.
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2200
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 252-2200
Gr: 6-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 97%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98122, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98122, WA include Madrona K-5 School, Leschi Elementary School and Interagency Detention School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98122?
5 public elementary schools are located in 98122.
What is the racial composition of students in 98122?
98122 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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