For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 4,186 students in 98038, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98038, WA are Cedar River Elementary School, Rock Creek Elementary School and Lake Wilderness Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» elementary schools in zipcode 98038 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98038, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98038, WA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedar River Elementary School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
22615 Sweeney Rd Se
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-5400
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-5400
Gr: PK-5 | 600 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #22.
Rock Creek Elementary School
(Math: 70% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
25700 Maple Valley Blk Diam Rd
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-3300
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-3300
Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #33.
Lake Wilderness Elementary School
(Math: 68% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24216 Witte Road Se
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-3500
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 909 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #44.
Tahoma Elementary School
(Math: 62% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
24425 Se 216th St
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-3600
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 679 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #55.
Glacier Park Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
23700 Se 280th Street
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-3700
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 793 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #66.
Shadow Lake Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22620 Sweeney Road Se
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-6100
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 413-6100
Gr: PK-5 | 507 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
98038, Washington ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Maple Valley High School (Closed 2009)
Alternative School
23015 Se 216th Way
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 432-5702
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 432-5702
Gr: 8-12 | 82 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Russell Ridge Center (Closed 2016)
Alternative School
22615 Sweeney Road Se
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 432-5746
Maple Valley, WA 98038
(425) 432-5746
Gr: K-12 | 103 students Student-teacher ratio: 34:1 Minority enrollment: 10%
Tahoma Special Services High School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
23015 Se 216th Way
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Maple Valley, WA 98038
Gr: 9-12 | 36 students Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98038, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98038, WA include Cedar River Elementary School, Rock Creek Elementary School and Lake Wilderness Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98038?
6 public elementary schools are located in 98038.
What is the racial composition of students in 98038?
98038 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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