For the 2024-25 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,557 students in 98273, WA (there are 4 private schools, serving 657 private students). 89% of all K-12 students in 98273, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98273, WA are Skagit Academy, Jefferson Elementary School and Mount Vernon Special Education. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98273 have an average math proficiency score of 28% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 36% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98273, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public school average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98273, WA Public Schools (2024-25)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Skagit Academy
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2001 Cleveland Ave
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6206
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6206
Grades: K-12
| 279 students
Rank: #22.
Jefferson Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 38% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1801 E Blackburn Rd
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6128
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6128
Grades: K-5
| 455 students
Rank: #33.
Mount Vernon Special Education
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet 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
Grades: PK-12
| 131 students
Rank: #44.
Harriet Rowley
Magnet School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 37%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
400 53rd St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6199
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6199
Grades: K-5
| 502 students
Rank: #55.
Centennial Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 30-34% | 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
Grades: K-5
| 426 students
Rank: #66.
Madison Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 28% | Reading: 33%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
400 53rd St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6131
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6131
Grades: K-5
| 512 students
Rank: #77.
Mount Vernon High School
Magnet School
(Math: 17% | Reading: 43%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1075 E. Fulton St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6156
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6156
Grades: 9-12
| 1,977 students
Rank: #88.
Washington Elementary School
Magnet 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
Grades: K-5
| 330 students
Rank: #99.
La Venture Middle School
Magnet School
(Math: 26% | 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
Grades: 6-8
| 726 students
Rank: n/an/a
Good Beginnings Center
Special Education School
Magnet School
Magnet School
780 Cook Rd
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 855-3565
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 855-3565
Grades: PK
| 118 students
Rank: n/an/a
Mount Vernon Open Doors
Alternative School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2405 E College Way
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6110
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 428-6110
Grades: 10-12
| 28 students
Rank: n/an/a
Northwest Career & Technical Academy/a Wa Skills Center
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
2205 W Campus Pl
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 848-0706
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 848-0706
Grades: 9-12
| 71 students
Rank: n/an/a
Skagit County Detention Center
Magnet School
605 3rd St
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 336-9360
Mount Vernon, WA 98273
(360) 336-9360
Grades: 8-12
| 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98273, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98273, WA include Skagit Academy, Jefferson Elementary School and Mount Vernon Special Education.
How many public schools are located in 98273?
13 public schools are located in 98273.
What percentage of students in 98273 go to public school?
89% of all K-12 students in 98273 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98273?
98273 public schools minority enrollment is 64% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
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