For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 2,271 students in 98116, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98116, WA are Alki Elementary School, Madison Middle School and Genesee Hill Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98116 have an average math proficiency score of 69% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98116, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98116, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Alki Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 80-84%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3010 59 Av Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9050
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9050
Gr: PK-5 | 270 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #22.
Madison Middle School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3429 45th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9200
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9200
Gr: 6-8 | 1,020 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #33.
Genesee Hill Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
5013 Sw Dakota Street
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9700
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9700
Gr: K-5 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #44.
Lafayette Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2645 California Av Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9500
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 252-9500
Gr: PK-5 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98116, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98116, WA include Alki Elementary School, Madison Middle School and Genesee Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98116?
4 public elementary schools are located in 98116.
What is the racial composition of students in 98116?
98116 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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