For the 2025 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,890 students in Washougal, WA (there are , serving 56 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Washougal, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top ranked public schools in Washougal, WA are Mount Pleasant School, Canyon Creek Middle School and Columbia River Gorge Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Washougal, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 41% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Washougal have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Washougal, WA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mount Pleasant School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
152 Marble Rd.
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 835-3371
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 835-3371
Gr: K-8 | 65 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 9%
Rank: #22.
Canyon Creek Middle School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
9731 Washougal River Rd
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3500
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3500
Gr: 6-8 | 170 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Columbia River Gorge Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
35300 Se Evergreen Hwy
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3900
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3900
Gr: PK-5 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Cape Horn Skye Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
9731 Washougal River Rd
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3600
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 293 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Hathaway Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
630 24th St
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3800
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3800
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #66.
Washougal High School
(Math: 23% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1201 39th St
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3100
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 990 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Rank: #77.
Jemtegaard Middle School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
35300 Se Evergreen Hwy
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3400
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3400
Gr: 6-8 | 433 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #88.
Gause Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1100 34th St
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3700
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3700
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #99.
Washougal Learning Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1401 39th St
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3200
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3200
Gr: K-12 | 23 students Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: n/an/a
Washougal Special Services
Special Education School
4855 Evergreen Way
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3020
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3020
Gr: PK | 34 students Minority enrollment: 24%
Washougal, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Excelsior High School (Closed 2018)
Alternative School
1401 39th Street
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3300
Washougal, WA 98671
(360) 954-3300
Gr: 9-12 | 55 students Student-teacher ratio: 55:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Washougal, WA?
The top ranked public schools in Washougal, WA include Mount Pleasant School, Canyon Creek Middle School and Columbia River Gorge Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Washougal?
10 public schools are located in Washougal.
What percentage of students in Washougal go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Washougal are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Washougal?
Washougal public schools minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Washougal are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Washougal include: Columbia River Gorge Elementary School vs. Hathaway Elementary School, Canyon Creek Middle School vs. Jemtegaard Middle School, Hathaway Elementary School vs. Columbia River Gorge Elementary School
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