For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,597 students in Carnation, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Carnation, WA are Carnation Elementary School, Tolt Middle School and Stillwater Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Carnation, WA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 55% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 68% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Carnation have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Carnation, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Carnation Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
4950 Tolt Ave
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4550
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4550
Gr: PK-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #22.
Tolt Middle School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3740 Tolt Ave
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4600
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4600
Gr: 6-8 | 607 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Stillwater Elementary School
(Math: 54% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
11530 320th Ave Ne
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4680
Carnation, WA 98014
(425) 844-4680
Gr: K-5 | 522 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #44.
Parade
Alternative School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
32302 Ne 50th St
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Carnation, WA 98014
(206) 333-4370
Gr: PK-12 | 92 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Carnation, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Carnation, WA include Carnation Elementary School, Tolt Middle School and Stillwater Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Carnation?
4 public elementary schools are located in Carnation.
What is the racial composition of students in Carnation?
Carnation public elementary schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Carnation are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Carnation include: Carnation Elementary School vs. Stillwater Elementary School, Stillwater Elementary School vs. Carnation Elementary School
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