For the 2026 school year, there are 14 public schools serving 6,407 students in 98290, WA (there are 4 private schools, serving 302 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 98290, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98290, WA are Little Cedars Elementary School, Machias Elementary School and Chain Lake Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98290 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 56% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98290, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98290, WA Public Schools (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.
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: #33.
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: #44.
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: #55.
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: #66.
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: #77.
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: #88.
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: #99.
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: #1010.
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: #1111.
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: #1212.
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: #1313.
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98290, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98290, WA include Little Cedars Elementary School, Machias Elementary School and Chain Lake Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98290?
14 public schools are located in 98290.
What percentage of students in 98290 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 98290 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98290?
98290 public schools minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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