For the 2025-26 school year, there are 6 public preschools serving 2,268 students in 98031, WA.
The top ranked public preschools in 98031, WA are Glenridge Elementary School, Soos Creek Elementary School and Springbrook Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98031 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98031, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98031, WA Public Preschools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glenridge Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19405 120th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7494
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7494
Gr: PK-5 | 325 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #22.
Soos Creek Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
12651 Se 218th Place
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7690
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7690
Gr: PK-5 | 282 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 74%
Rank: #33.
Springbrook Elementary School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
20035 100th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7485
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7485
Gr: PK-5 | 332 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 79%
Rank: #44.
Park Orchard Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
11010 Se 232nd St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7473
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7473
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 87%
Rank: #55.
Panther Lake Elementary School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
10200 Se 216th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7470
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7470
Gr: PK-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #66.
East Hill Elementary School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 32%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
9825 S 240th St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7455
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7455
Gr: PK-5 | 404 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 86%
98031, Washington 51³Ô¹ÏÍøºÚÁÏ (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Excel Public Charter School (Closed 2020)
Charter School
19300 108th Ave Se
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 487-7530
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 487-7530
Gr: 7-10 | 188 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
10020 Se 256 St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-4075
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-4075
Gr: 9-12 | 9 students Minority enrollment: 55%
11000 Se 264 St
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7542
Kent, WA 98031
(253) 373-7542
Gr: 7-9 | 544 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public preschools in 98031, WA?
The top ranked public preschools in 98031, WA include Glenridge Elementary School, Soos Creek Elementary School and Springbrook Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in 98031?
6 public preschools are located in 98031.
What is the racial composition of students in 98031?
98031 public preschools minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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