For the 2026 school year, there are 21 public schools serving 10,257 students in Snohomish, WA (there are 6 private schools, serving 365 private students). 97% of all K-12 students in Snohomish, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Snohomish, WA are Little Cedars Elementary School, Glacier Peak High School and Totem Falls. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Snohomish, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 50% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Snohomish have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Snohomish, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Little Cedars Elementary School
(Math: 69% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
7408 144th Pl Se
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-2912
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-2912
Gr: K-6 | 646 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
Rank: #22.
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 student Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
Machias Elementary School
(Math: 59% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
231 147th Avenue Se
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4825
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4825
Gr: K-6 | 615 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #88.
Chain Lake Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12125 Chain Lake Rd.
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 804-3100
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 804-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 434 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Rank: #99.
Dutch Hill Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8231 131st Avenue Se
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4450
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4450
Gr: K-6 | 694 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #1010.
Snohomish High School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1316 Fifth Street
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4019
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4019
Gr: 9-12 | 1,496 student Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 27%
Rank: #1111.
Riverview Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7322 64th Street Se
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4375
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4375
Gr: K-6 | 489 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #1212.
Centennial Middle School
(Math: 41% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
3000 South Machias Road
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4525
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4525
Gr: 7-8 | 734 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 29%
Rank: #1313.
Snohomish Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Avenue D
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7264
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7264
Gr: PK-12 | 37 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: #1414.
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: #1515.
Cascade View Elementary School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2401 Park Avenue
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7000
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7000
Gr: K-6 | 412 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #1616.
Central Emerson Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1103 Pine Street
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7150
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7150
Gr: K-6 | 477 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #1717.
Parent Partnership
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 50-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
525 13th Street
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-3401
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-3401
Gr: K-12 | 90 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #1818.
High School Re Entry
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
525 13th St
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-3401
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-3401
Gr: 9-12 | 40 students Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #1919.
Aim High School
Alternative School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
525 13th St
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-3401
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-3401
Gr: 9-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: n/an/a
221 Union Avenue
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4600
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4600
Gr: PK | 69 students Minority enrollment: 49%
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 Snohomish, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Snohomish, WA include Little Cedars Elementary School, Glacier Peak High School and Totem Falls.
How many public schools are located in Snohomish?
21 public schools are located in Snohomish.
What percentage of students in Snohomish go to public school?
97% of all K-12 students in Snohomish are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Snohomish?
Snohomish public schools minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Snohomish are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Snohomish include: Little Cedars Elementary School vs. Totem Falls, Maltby Elementary School vs. Cathcart Elementary School, Cathcart Elementary School vs. Maltby Elementary School
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