For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public preschools serving 2,654 students in 98168, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98168, WA are Tukwila Elementary School, Thorndyke Elementary School and Beverly Park Elementary At Glendale. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98168 have an average math proficiency score of 23% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 26% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in 98168, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98168, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Tukwila Elementary School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5939 S 149th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7500
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7500
Gr: PK-5 | 458 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Thorndyke Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
4415 S 150th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7600
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7600
Gr: PK-5 | 386 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
Rank: #33.
Beverly Park Elementary At Glendale
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1201 S 104th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-3400
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-3400
Gr: PK-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #44.
Cedarhurst Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 25%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
611 S 132nd St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-3600
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 399 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 85%
Rank: #55.
Southern Heights Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 20-24% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
11249 14th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-5000
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-5000
Gr: PK-5
Rank: #66.
Cascade View Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
13601 32nd Avenue S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7700
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 901-7700
Gr: PK-5 | 481 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #77.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 20-24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12250 24th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-4000
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 631-4000
Gr: PK-5 | 519 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98168, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98168, WA include Tukwila Elementary School, Thorndyke Elementary School and Beverly Park Elementary At Glendale.
How many public preschools are located in 98168?
7 public preschools are located in 98168.
What is the racial composition of students in 98168?
98168 public preschools minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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