For the 2025-26 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 2,273 students in 98433, WA.
The top ranked public schools in 98433, WA are Beachwood Elementary School, Meriwether Elementary School and Rainier Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
ÎÛÎÛÂþ» schools in zipcode 98433 have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 51% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98433, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98433, WA ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beachwood Elementary School
(Math: 75-79% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
8890 Concord Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5260
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5260
Gr: PK-5 | 411 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 61%
Rank: #22.
Meriwether Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
10285 Compass Ave
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5200
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 260 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Rainier Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2410 Stryker Avenue
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5220
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5220
Gr: PK-5 | 620 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Evergreen Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9020 Blaine Ave
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5250
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5250
Gr: PK-5 | 437 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #55.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
61700 Garcia Blvd
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5280
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5280
Gr: PK-5 | 545 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
98433, Washington ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
South Divison And Liggett
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5220
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5220
Gr: PK-5 | 340 students Minority enrollment: 49%
North Division And Idaho Ave
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5260
Tacoma, WA 98433
(253) 583-5260
Gr: PK-5 | 337 students Minority enrollment: 58%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98433, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98433, WA include Beachwood Elementary School, Meriwether Elementary School and Rainier Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98433?
5 public schools are located in 98433.
What is the racial composition of students in 98433?
98433 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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