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Best 98433 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,222 students in 98433, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98433, WA are Beachwood Elementary School, Meriwether Elementary School and Rainier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98433 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98433, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98433, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beachwood Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
8890 Concord Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5260
Gr: PK-5 | 397 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #22.
Meriwether Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
10285 Compass Ave
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 240 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Rainier Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2410 Stryker Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5220
Gr: PK-5 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: #44.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
9020 Blaine Ave
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5250
Gr: PK-5 | 442 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #55.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
61700 Garcia Blvd
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5280
Gr: PK-5 | 567 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 72%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98433, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98433, WA include Beachwood Elementary School, Meriwether Elementary School and Rainier Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98433?
5 public schools are located in 98433.
What is the racial composition of students in 98433?
98433 public schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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