For the 2025 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,478 students in 98273, WA (there are 4 private schools, serving 657 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 98273, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98273, WA are Skagit Academy, Mount Vernon Special Education and Jefferson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98273 have an average math proficiency score of 31% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98273, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98273, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Skagit Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
2001 Cleveland Ave
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6206
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6206
Gr: K-12 | 264 students Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Rank: #22.
Mount Vernon Special Education
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
920 S 2nd St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6141
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6141
Gr: PK-12 | 163 students Student-teacher ratio: 82:1 Minority enrollment: 68%
Rank: #33.
Jefferson Elementary School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1801 E Blackburn Rd
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6128
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6128
Gr: K-5 | 449 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: #44.
Centennial Elementary School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 30-34%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3100 Martin Rd
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6138
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6138
Gr: K-5 | 435 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Rank: #55.
Harriet Rowley
(Math: 32% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 53rd St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6199
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6199
Gr: K-5 | 490 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #66.
Madison Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
400 53rd St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6131
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6131
Gr: K-5 | 498 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 80%
Rank: #77.
Mount Vernon High School
(Math: 24% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
1075 E. Fulton St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6156
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6156
Gr: 9-12 | 1,958 student Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 65%
Rank: #88.
La Venture Middle School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 30%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1200 Laventure Rd
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6116
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6116
Gr: 6-8 | 680 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #99.
Washington Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1020 Mclean Rd
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6122
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6122
Gr: K-5 | 326 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
Rank: n/an/a
Good Beginnings Center
Special Education School
780 Cook Rd
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 855-3565
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 855-3565
Gr: PK | 136 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Mount Vernon Open Doors
Alternative School
2405 E College Way
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6110
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6110
Gr: 10-12 | 63 students Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: n/an/a
Northwest Career & Technical Academy/a Wa Skills Center
Vocational School
2205 W Campus Pl
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 848-0706
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 848-0706
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 1:1 Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
605 3rd St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 336-9360
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 336-9360
Gr: 8-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98273, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98273, WA include Skagit Academy, Mount Vernon Special Education and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98273?
13 public schools are located in 98273.
What percentage of students in 98273 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 98273 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98273?
98273 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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