For the 2026 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,113 students in Stanwood, WA.
The top-ranked public schools in Stanwood, WA are Cedarhome Elementary School, Port Susan Middle School and Stanwood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stanwood, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 40% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Stanwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Stanwood, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Cedarhome Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27911 68th Ave Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1280
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1280
Gr: K-5 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #22.
Port Susan Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7506 267th St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1360
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1360
Gr: 6-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #33.
Stanwood Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
10227 273rd Pl Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1250
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1250
Gr: PK-5 | 430 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Twin City Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
26211 72nd Ave Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1270
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1270
Gr: K-5 | 440 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #55.
Stanwood High School
(Math: 30% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7400 272nd St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1300
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,384 student Student-teacher ratio: 24:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Saratoga School
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7600 272nd St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1372
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1372
Gr: K-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 44:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #77.
Lincoln Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7600 272nd St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1340
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1340
Gr: 6-8 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #88.
Stanwood Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9405 271st St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1350
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1350
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #99.
Lincoln Hill High School
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7400 272nd St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1340
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1340
Gr: 9-12 | 130 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Stanwood, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Stanwood, WA include Cedarhome Elementary School, Port Susan Middle School and Stanwood Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Stanwood?
9 public schools are located in Stanwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Stanwood?
Stanwood public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Stanwood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Stanwood include: Stanwood Elementary School vs. Cedarhome Elementary School, Cedarhome Elementary School vs. Stanwood Elementary School, Twin City Elementary School vs. Cedarhome Elementary School
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