For the 2026 school year, there are 8 public elementary schools serving 3,246 students in 98273, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools in zipcode 98273 have an average math proficiency score of 32% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98273, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98273, WA Public Elementary Schools (2026)
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 | 300 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
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 | 152 students Student-teacher ratio: 51:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
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 | 445 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 64%
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 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 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 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
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: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Rank: #77.
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 | 663 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #88.
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 | 318 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in 98273, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in 98273, WA include Skagit Academy, Mount Vernon Special Education and Jefferson Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98273?
8 public elementary schools are located in 98273.
What is the racial composition of students in 98273?
98273 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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