Best Public Schools in Zip Code 98032


Summary:

The 98032 zip code area in Washington is home to 5 schools, including 4 elementary schools and 1 middle school, all part of the Kent School District or the Federal Way School District. The data reveals significant disparities in academic performance, with Neely O'Brien Elementary School and Star Lake Elementary School significantly outperforming their peers on state assessments.

Neely O'Brien Elementary and Star Lake Elementary stand out as the top-performing schools, with over 30% of their students proficient or better in both English Language Arts and Math. These schools also have relatively low student-teacher ratios, indicating more individualized attention for students. In contrast, Mill Creek Middle School and Sunnycrest Elementary School lag behind the district and state averages in academic performance.

The high rates of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, ranging from 75.65% to 83.3%, indicate a significant level of economic disadvantage among the student populations. This factor may be contributing to the disparities in academic achievement observed across the schools. Additionally, the schools serve diverse student populations, with Kent Elementary School standing out for its racial/ethnic diversity. Understanding and addressing the unique challenges faced by these schools will be crucial in ensuring equitable educational opportunities for all students in the 98032 zip code area.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the Washington State Department of Health and the Washington Office of Superindentent of Public Instruction.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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