For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 2,478 students in 98403, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 1,069 private students). 70% of all K-12 students in 98403, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98403, WA are Lowell Elementary School, Stadium High School and Hilltop Heritage Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98403 have an average math proficiency score of 38% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 65% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98403, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98403, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Lowell Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
810 Mr. Dahl Dr
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7200
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7200
Gr: K-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Stadium High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 75%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
111 N E St
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-3100
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,700 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Hilltop Heritage Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
602 N Sprague Ave
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7700
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 571-7700
Gr: 6-8 | 447 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98403, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98403, WA include Lowell Elementary School, Stadium High School and Hilltop Heritage Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98403?
3 public schools are located in 98403.
What percentage of students in 98403 go to public school?
70% of all K-12 students in 98403 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98403?
98403 public schools minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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