Top 5 Best 98296 Washington Public Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,753 students in 98296, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 21 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in 98296, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98296, WA are Glacier Peak High School, Totem Falls and Valley View Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98296 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 67% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98296, WA have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98296, WA Public Schools (2025)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Glacier Peak High School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
7401 144th Pl Se
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-7300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,630 students
Rank: #22.
Totem Falls
(Math: 66% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
14211 Snohomish-cascade Drive
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-4750
Grades: PK-6
| 441 students
Rank: #33.
Valley View Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
14308 Broadway Avenue Se
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-4225
Grades: 7-8
| 625 students
Rank: #44.
Cathcart Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
8201 188th St Se
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-7075
Grades: K-6
| 437 students
Rank: #55.
Maltby Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
9700 212th St. Se
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 804-3500
Grades: K-5
| 316 students
Rank: #66.
Hidden River Middle School
(Math: 33% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
9224 Paradise Lake Rd.
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 804-4100
Grades: 6-8
| 298 students
Rank: n/an/a
Open Doors Youth Reengagement
Alternative School
13715 310th Ave Se
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 793-9810
Grades: 9-12
| 6 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked public schools in 98296, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98296, WA include Glacier Peak High School, Totem Falls and Valley View Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98296?
7 public schools are located in 98296.
What percentage of students in 98296 go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in 98296 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98296?
98296 public schools minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).

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