For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,442 students in Montesano, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 19 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Montesano, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Montesano, WA are Beacon Avenue Elementary School, Simpson Avenue Elementary School and Montesano Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Montesano, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Montesano have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Montesano, WA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beacon Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1717 East Beacon Avenue
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4528
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4528
Gr: PK-2 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Simpson Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
519 West Simpson Avenue
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Gr: 3-6 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Montesano Jr-sr High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
303 North Church
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Gr: 7-12 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Montesano, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montesano Choice School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
519 West Simpson
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2116
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2116
Gr: 9-12
Montesano Learning Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
519 West Simpson, 519 West Sim
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2114
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2114
Gr: 7-12 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Montesano, WA?
The top ranked public schools in Montesano, WA include Beacon Avenue Elementary School, Simpson Avenue Elementary School and Montesano Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Montesano?
3 public schools are located in Montesano.
What percentage of students in Montesano go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Montesano are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Montesano?
Montesano public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Montesano are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Montesano include: Simpson Avenue Elementary School vs. Beacon Avenue Elementary School, Beacon Avenue Elementary School vs. Simpson Avenue Elementary School
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