For the 2026 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 4,768 students in 98036, WA (there are 6 private schools, serving 197 private students). 96% of all K-12 students in 98036, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98036, WA are Brier Elementary School, Hilltop Elementary School and Brier Terrace Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98036 have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 53% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98036, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98036, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Brier Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3625 232nd St Sw
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7854
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7854
Gr: K-6 | 402 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #22.
Hilltop Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
20425 Damson Road
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7604
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7604
Gr: K-6 | 581 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 55%
Rank: #33.
Brier Terrace Middle School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22200 Brier Road
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7834
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7834
Gr: 7-8 | 664 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Rank: #44.
Lynndale Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9521 240th St Sw
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7365
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7365
Gr: PK-6 | 439 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #55.
Edmonds Elearning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7501 208th St Sw
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7298
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7298
Gr: 9-12 | 259 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #66.
College Place Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
7501 208th St Sw
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7451
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7451
Gr: 7-8 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 57%
Rank: #77.
Hazelwood Elementary School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
3300 204th St Sw
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7884
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7884
Gr: K-6 | 400 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Rank: #88.
Contracted Schools
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
20420 68th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 670-7189
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 670-7189
Gr: PK-12 | 18 students Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #99.
College Place Elementary School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 35%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
20401 76th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7620
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7620
Gr: K-6 | 436 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Rank: #1010.
Cedar Valley Community School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
19200 56th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7390
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7390
Gr: K-6 | 450 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: n/an/a
Early Childhood Center
Special Education School
19400 56th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 670-7211
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 670-7211
Gr: PK-K | 424 students Student-teacher ratio: 53:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Edmonds Career Access Program
Alternative School
20000 68th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7000
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 431-7000
Gr: 9-12 | 229 students Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
Unassigned School
Special Education School
20420 68th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 670-7189
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 670-7189
Gr: PK-9
98036, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Edmonds Career Options High School (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
20525 52nd Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 670-7350
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 670-7350
Gr: 7-12 | 174 students Minority enrollment: 43%
20420 68th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(800) 682-7396
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(800) 682-7396
Gr: K-8 | 768 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 70%
Scriber Lake High School Slh (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
20525 52nd Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 670-7270
Lynnwood, WA 98036
(425) 670-7270
Gr: 9-12 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 15%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98036, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98036, WA include Brier Elementary School, Hilltop Elementary School and Brier Terrace Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98036?
13 public schools are located in 98036.
What percentage of students in 98036 go to public school?
96% of all K-12 students in 98036 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98036?
98036 public schools minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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