For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,916 students in 98418, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in 98418, WA are Reed Elementary School and Lincoln High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98418 have an average math proficiency score of 16% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 37% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98418, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98418, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Reed Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1802 S 36th St
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-6464
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-6464
Gr: PK-5 | 357 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Lincoln High School
(Math: 10% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
701 S 37th St
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-6700
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-6700
Gr: 9-12 | 1,529 student Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
Rank: n/an/a
3201 S D Street
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-2620
Tacoma, WA 98418
(253) 571-2620
Gr: PK | 30 students Minority enrollment: 90%
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98418, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98418, WA include Reed Elementary School and Lincoln High School.
How many public schools are located in 98418?
3 public schools are located in 98418.
What is the racial composition of students in 98418?
98418 public schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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