For the 2026-27 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 802 students in Eastsound, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 154 private students). 84% of all K-12 students in Eastsound, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Eastsound, WA are Orcas Island High School, Orcas Island Elementary School and Orcas Island Montessori Public. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Eastsound, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Eastsound have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Eastsound, WA (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Orcas Island High School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
715 School Rd
Eastsound, WA 98245
(360) 376-2287
Eastsound, WA 98245
(360) 376-2287
Gr: 9-12 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #22.
Orcas Island Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
611 School Rd
Eastsound, WA 98245
(206) 376-2286
Eastsound, WA 98245
(206) 376-2286
Gr: K-5 | 160 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #33.
Orcas Island Montessori Public
Magnet School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
557 School Road
Eastsound, WA 98245
(360) 376-2284
Eastsound, WA 98245
(360) 376-2284
Gr: 1-3 | 24 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Oasis K-12
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
557 School Rd
Eastsound, WA 98245
(360) 376-2287
Eastsound, WA 98245
(360) 376-2287
Gr: K-12 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #55.
Orcas Island Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
715 School Rd
Eastsound, WA 98245
(360) 376-2287
Eastsound, WA 98245
(360) 376-2287
Gr: 6-8 | 110 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Eastsound, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Orcas Island Special School (Closed 2023)
Special Education School
715 School Rd
Eastsound, WA 98245
(206) 376-2284
Eastsound, WA 98245
(206) 376-2284
Gr: PK | 5 students Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Eastsound, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Eastsound, WA include Orcas Island High School, Orcas Island Elementary School and Orcas Island Montessori Public.
How many public schools are located in Eastsound?
5 public schools are located in Eastsound.
What percentage of students in Eastsound go to public school?
84% of all K-12 students in Eastsound are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Eastsound?
Eastsound public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Eastsound are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Eastsound include: Orcas Island Middle School vs. Orcas Island High School, Orcas Island High School vs. Orcas Island Middle School
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