For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 3,879 students in 98125, WA (there are 9 private schools, serving 757 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 98125, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98125, WA are Hazel Wolf K-8, Cedar Park Elementary School and Jane Addams Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98125 have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98125, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98125, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hazel Wolf K-8
(Math: 67% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
11530 12th Ave. Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4500
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4500
Gr: K-8 | 660 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #22.
Cedar Park Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13224 37th Ave Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4300
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 254 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Jane Addams Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11051 34th Ave. Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4500
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4500
Gr: 6-8 | 824 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 53%
Rank: #44.
Nathan Hale High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10750 30 Av Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-3680
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-3680
Gr: 9-12 | 1,052 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #55.
John Rogers Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
4030 Ne 109 St
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4320
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4320
Gr: K-5 | 248 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
James Baldwin Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11725 1 Av Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4180
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4180
Gr: PK-5 | 262 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #77.
Middle College High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
401 Ne Northgate Way, #203
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 366-7940
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 366-7940
Gr: 9-12 | 93 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Olympic Hills Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
13018 20 Av Ne
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4300
Seattle, WA 98125
(206) 252-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 486 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98125, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98125, WA include Hazel Wolf K-8, Cedar Park Elementary School and Jane Addams Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98125?
8 public schools are located in 98125.
What percentage of students in 98125 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 98125 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98125?
98125 public schools minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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