For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 1,647 students in Carnation, WA.
The top ranked public schools in Carnation, WA are Carnation Elementary School, Stillwater Elementary School and Tolt Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carnation, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 56% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Carnation have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Carnation, WA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Carnation Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4950 Tolt Ave
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4550
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4550
Grades: PK-5
| 376 students
Rank: #22.
Stillwater Elementary School
(Math: 61% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
11530 320th Ave Ne
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4680
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4680
Grades: K-5
| 522 students
Rank: #33.
Tolt Middle School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3740 Tolt Ave
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4600
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4600
Grades: 6-8
| 607 students
Rank: #44.
Parade
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32302 Ne 50th St
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Grades: PK-12
| 92 students
Rank: #55.
Choice
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
32302 Ne 50th St
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Grades: 7-10
| n/a students
Rank: #66.
Clip
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
32302 Ne 50th Street
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4960
Grades: 9-12
| 50 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Carnation, WA?
The top ranked public schools in Carnation, WA include Carnation Elementary School, Stillwater Elementary School and Tolt Middle School.
How many public schools are located in Carnation?
6 public schools are located in Carnation.
What is the racial composition of students in Carnation?
Carnation public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Carnation are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Carnation include: Carnation Elementary School vs. Stillwater Elementary School
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