For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public preschools serving 474 students in Carnation, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Carnation, WA are Carnation Elementary School and Parade. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carnation, WA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 62% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 46%), and reading proficiency score of 69% (versus the 50% statewide average). Pre schools in Carnation have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Carnation, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carnation Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4950 Tolt Ave
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4550
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 388 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 36%
Rank: #22.
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
Gr: PK-12 | 86 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Carnation, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Carnation, WA include Carnation Elementary School and Parade.
How many public preschools are located in Carnation?
2 public preschools are located in Carnation.
What is the racial composition of students in Carnation?
Carnation public preschools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
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