For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public elementary school serving 364 students in 98241, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary school in 98241, WA is Darrington Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary school in zipcode 98241 have an average math proficiency score of 17% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 27% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98241, WA have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98241, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Darrington Elementary School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
1075 Fir Street
Darrington, WA 98241
(360) 436-1313
Darrington, WA 98241
(360) 436-1313
Gr: PK-8 | 364 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
98241, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
1085 Fir St
Darrington, WA 98241
(360) 436-1140
Darrington, WA 98241
(360) 436-1140
Gr: 7-8 | 62 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98241, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98241, WA include Darrington Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98241?
1 public elementary schools are located in 98241.
What is the racial composition of students in 98241?
98241 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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