For the 2026-27 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,767 students in 98223, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98223, WA are Kent Prairie Elementary School, Presidents Elementary School and Eagle Creek Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98223 have an average math proficiency score of 37% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98223, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98223, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kent Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8110 207th St Ne
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6260
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6260
Gr: K-5 | 621 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Presidents Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 East Third
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6240
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6240
Gr: PK-5 | 578 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Eagle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1216 E 5th
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6270
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6270
Gr: K-5 | 665 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Haller Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 E. First
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6400
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #55.
Post Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1220 E. 5th St
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6450
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6450
Gr: 6-8 | 645 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #66.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8213 Eaglefield Dr
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6230
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6230
Gr: K-5 | 501 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #77.
Stillaguamish Valley Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1215 E 5th
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6440
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6440
Gr: K-8 | 181 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: n/an/a
315 N French Ave
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6200
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6200
Gr: PK-12
98223, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
18722 59th Ave Ne
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 435-1889
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 435-1889
Gr: 9 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98223, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98223, WA include Kent Prairie Elementary School, Presidents Elementary School and Eagle Creek Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98223?
8 public elementary schools are located in 98223.
What is the racial composition of students in 98223?
98223 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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