For the 2025 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 802 students in Camano Island, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in Camano Island, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Camano Island, WA are Utsalady Elementary School and Elger Bay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Camano Island, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Camano Island have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Camano Island, WA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Utsalady Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
608 Arrowhead Rd
Camano Island, WA 98282
(360) 629-1260
Camano Island, WA 98282
(360) 629-1260
Grades: K-5
| 413 students
Rank: #22.
Elger Bay Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1810 Elger Bay Rd
Camano Island, WA 98282
(360) 629-1290
Camano Island, WA 98282
(360) 629-1290
Grades: K-5
| 389 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Camano Island, WA?
The top ranked public schools in Camano Island, WA include Utsalady Elementary School and Elger Bay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Camano Island?
2 public schools are located in Camano Island.
What percentage of students in Camano Island go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in Camano Island are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Camano Island?
Camano Island public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Camano Island are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Camano Island include: Utsalady Elementary School vs. Elger Bay Elementary School, Elger Bay Elementary School vs. Utsalady Elementary School
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