For the 2025 school year, there are 11 public schools serving 5,637 students in 98223, WA (there are , serving 274 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 98223, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in 98223, WA are Kent Prairie Elementary School, Arlington High School and Weston High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98223 have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98223, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98223, WA Public Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Kent Prairie Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8110 207th St Ne
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6260
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6260
Gr: PK-5 | 681 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Rank: #22.
Arlington High School
(Math: 35% | Reading: 74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
18821 Crown Ridge Blvd
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6300
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6300
Gr: 9-12 | 1,622 student Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Weston High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
4407 172nd Street Ne
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6340
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6340
Gr: 9-12 | 118 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Presidents Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
505 East Third
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6240
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6240
Gr: PK-5 | 576 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #55.
Eagle Creek Elementary School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1216 E 5th
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6270
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6270
Gr: K-5 | 677 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Haller Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 57%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 E. First
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6400
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6400
Gr: 6-8 | 577 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 35%
Rank: #77.
Post Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1220 E. 5th St
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6450
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6450
Gr: 6-8 | 634 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #88.
Pioneer Elementary School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 42%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
8213 Eaglefield Dr
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6230
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6230
Gr: K-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #99.
Stillaguamish Valley Learning Center
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1215 E 5th
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6440
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6440
Gr: K-11 | 186 students Student-teacher ratio: 27:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: n/an/a
Arlington Open Doors
Alternative School
4407 172nd St Ne
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6203
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 618-6203
Gr: 9-12 | 66 students Minority enrollment: 23%
98223, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
18722 59th Ave Ne
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 435-1889
Arlington, WA 98223
(360) 435-1889
Gr: 9 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 98223, WA?
The top ranked public schools in 98223, WA include Kent Prairie Elementary School, Arlington High School and Weston High School.
How many public schools are located in 98223?
11 public schools are located in 98223.
What percentage of students in 98223 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 98223 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98223?
98223 public schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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