Top 5 Best 98012 Washington Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 9,858 students in 98012, WA (there are 6 private schools, serving 304 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in 98012, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98012, WA are Tambark Creek Elementary School, Fernwood Elementary School and Cedar Wood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98012 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 81% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98012, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98012, WA Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Tambark Creek Elementary School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
4419 180th St. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 302-9200
Grades: PK-5
| 733 students
Rank: #22.
Fernwood Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3933 Jewell Rd
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 408-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 739 students
Rank: #33.
Cedar Wood Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
3414 168th St. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-7700
Grades: PK-5
| 691 students
Rank: #44.
North Creek High School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3613 191st Pl Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 408-8800
Grades: 9-12
| 1,917 students
Rank: #55.
Mill Creek Elementary School
(Math: 73% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
3400 148th St. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-6800
Grades: PK-5
| 659 students
Rank: #66.
Henry M. Jackson High School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1508 136th St. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-7000
Grades: 9-12
| 2,157 students
Rank: #77.
Heatherwood Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1419 Trillium Blvd. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-6300
Grades: 6-8
| 1,010 students
Rank: #88.
Woodside Elementary School
(Math: 52% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
17000 23rd Ave. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 577 students
Rank: #99.
Lynnwood High School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
18218 North Rd
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 431-7520
Grades: 9-12
| 1,375 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 98012, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98012, WA include Tambark Creek Elementary School, Fernwood Elementary School and Cedar Wood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98012?
9 public schools are located in 98012.
What percentage of students in 98012 go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in 98012 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98012?
98012 public schools minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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