For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,530 students in 98409, WA.
The top-ranked public high schools in 98409, WA are Mount Tahoma High School and Oakland High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 98409 have an average math proficiency score of 13% (versus the Washington public high school average of 34%), and reading proficiency score of 41% (versus the 65% statewide average). High schools in 98409, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 98409 have a Graduation Rate of 79%, which is less than the Washington average of 84%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Mount Tahoma High School, with 84% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Washington or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98409, WA Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Tahoma High School
(Math: 12% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4634 S 74th Street
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-3852
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-3852
Gr: 9-12 | 1,410 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #22.
Oakland High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
3319 S Adams St
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-5102
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 571-5102
Gr: 9-12 | 112 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Insight School Of Wa Open Doors Program
Alternative School
2601 S 35th St Ste 100
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 292-5817
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 292-5817
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 98409, WA?
The top-ranked public high schools in 98409, WA include Mount Tahoma High School and Oakland High School.
How many public high schools are located in 98409?
3 public high schools are located in 98409.
What is the racial composition of students in 98409?
98409 public high schools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public high schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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