For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 5,122 students in 98006, WA (there are 9 private schools, serving 1,578 private students). 81% of all K-12 students in 98006, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98006, WA are Somerset Elementary School, Cougar Ridge Elementary School and Newport Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98006 have an average math proficiency score of 75% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98006, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98006, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Somerset Elementary School
(Math: 91% | Reading: 92%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 1%10
14100 Somerset Boulevard Se
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-5800
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-5800
Gr: K-5 | 714 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #22.
Cougar Ridge Elementary School
(Math: 83% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4630 167th Ave Se
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 837-7300
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 837-7300
Gr: K-5 | 476 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #33.
Newport Senior High School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4333 Factoria Boulevard Se
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-7400
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-7400
Gr: 9-12 | 1,844 student Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #44.
Tyee Middle School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
13630 S.e. Allen Road
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-6800
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 909 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 82%
Rank: #55.
Newport Heights Elementary School
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 70%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
5225 119th Ave Se
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-5500
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-5500
Gr: PK-5 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #66.
Chinook Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2001 98th Ave Ne
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-6300
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 735 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
98006, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
4255 153rd Avenue Se
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-5100
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 456-5100
Gr: PK-5 | 316 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98006, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98006, WA include Somerset Elementary School, Cougar Ridge Elementary School and Newport Senior High School.
How many public schools are located in 98006?
6 public schools are located in 98006.
What percentage of students in 98006 go to public school?
81% of all K-12 students in 98006 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98006?
98006 public schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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