For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 2,786 students in 98055, WA (there are 5 private schools, serving 210 private students). 93% of all K-12 students in 98055, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98055, WA are H.o.m.e. Program, Talbot Hill Elementary School and Out Of District Facility. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98055 have an average math proficiency score of 27% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 44% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98055, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98055, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
H.o.m.e. Program
Alternative School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2607 Jones Ave S
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-2520
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-2520
Gr: K-12 | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Talbot Hill Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2300 Talbot Rd S
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-4900
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-4900
Gr: K-5 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Out Of District Facility
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
300 Sw 7th St
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-2200
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-2200
Gr: PK-12 | 10 students Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #44.
Renton Senior High School
(Math: 18% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 S 2nd St
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-3400
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-3400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,208 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Rank: #55.
Nelsen Middle School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
2403 Jones Ave S
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-3000
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-3000
Gr: 6-8 | 913 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
Renton Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
2607 Jones Ave S
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-2550
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-2550
Gr: K-12 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: n/an/a
Open Door Youth Reengagement
Alternative School
2607 Jones Ave S
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-2520
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 204-2520
Gr: 11-12 | 50 students Minority enrollment: 74%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98055, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98055, WA include H.o.m.e. Program, Talbot Hill Elementary School and Out Of District Facility.
How many public schools are located in 98055?
7 public schools are located in 98055.
What percentage of students in 98055 go to public school?
93% of all K-12 students in 98055 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98055?
98055 public schools minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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