For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 3,188 students in 98444, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98444, WA are James Sales Elementary School, Collins Elementary School and Fern 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 98444 have an average math proficiency score of 26% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 33% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98444, WA have an average ranking of 2/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98444, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
James Sales Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1301 113th Street S
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-4205
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-4205
Gr: K-5 | 377 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Collins Elementary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1920 128th Street E
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-3405
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-3405
Gr: PK-5 | 488 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #33.
Fern Hill Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8442 S Park Ave
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 571-3888
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 571-3888
Gr: PK-5 | 287 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #44.
Brookdale Elementary School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
611 132nd St S.
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-3105
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-3105
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #55.
Helen Stafford Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1615 South 92nd St
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 571-4300
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 571-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 432 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Rank: #66.
Christensen Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 24%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
10232 Barnes Lane S
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-3305
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-3305
Gr: PK-5 | 346 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
Rank: #77.
Perry G Keithley Middle School
(Math: 11% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
12324 12th Ave S
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-4307
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-4307
Gr: 6-8 | 771 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 77%
98444, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Gates Open Doors Program High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
813 132nd St. S.
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-4000
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 298-4000
Gr: 9-12
New Pathways Storefront School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
11110 Pacific Ave S
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 537-0211
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 537-0211
Gr: 7-12 | 129 students Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98444, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98444, WA include James Sales Elementary School, Collins Elementary School and Fern Hill Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98444?
7 public elementary schools are located in 98444.
What is the racial composition of students in 98444?
98444 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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