For the 2025-26 school year, there are 7 public elementary schools serving 2,566 students in Stanwood, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary 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 elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 57% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Stanwood have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% 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 Stanwood, WA (2025-26)
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 | 444 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
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 | 522 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 | 467 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
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 | 418 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
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 | 229 students Student-teacher ratio: 38:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #66.
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 | 14 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Rank: #77.
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 | 472 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Stanwood, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Stanwood, WA include Cedarhome Elementary School, Port Susan Middle School and Stanwood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Stanwood?
7 public elementary schools are located in Stanwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Stanwood?
Stanwood public elementary schools minority enrollment is 23% 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 Stanwood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Stanwood include: Stanwood Middle School vs. Port Susan Middle School, Stanwood Elementary School vs. Cedarhome Elementary School, Twin City Elementary School vs. Cedarhome Elementary School
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