For the 2026 school year, there are 7 public schools serving 3,850 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 Maltby Elementary 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 54% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98296, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Glacier Peak High School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7401 144th Pl Se
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-7300
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-7300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,642 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #22.
Totem Falls
(Math: 67% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14211 Snohomish-cascade Drive
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-4750
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-4750
Gr: K-6 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #33.
Maltby Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9700 212th St. Se
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 804-3500
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 804-3500
Gr: K-5 | 334 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #44.
Valley View Middle School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
14308 Broadway Avenue Se
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-4225
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-4225
Gr: 7-8 | 641 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #55.
Cathcart Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 61%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
8201 188th St Se
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-7075
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 563-7075
Gr: K-6 | 497 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Hidden River Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
9224 Paradise Lake Rd.
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 804-4100
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 804-4100
Gr: 6-8 | 313 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: n/an/a
Open Doors Youth Reengagement
Alternative School
13715 310th Ave Se
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 793-9810
Snohomish, WA 98296
(360) 793-9810
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Minority enrollment: 45%
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 Maltby Elementary 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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