For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public schools serving 802 students in 98250, WA (there are , serving 143 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 98250, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98250, WA are Friday Harbor High School, Friday Harbor Elementary School and Griffin Bay School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98250 have an average math proficiency score of 44% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98250, WA have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98250, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Friday Harbor High School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 70-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
45 Blair Avenue
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-5215
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-5215
Gr: 9-12 | 257 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Friday Harbor Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
95 Grover Street
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-5209
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-5209
Gr: K-5 | 331 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #33.
Griffin Bay School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
85 Blair Avenue
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-3292
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-3292
Gr: K-12 | 35 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: #44.
Friday Harbor Middle School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
85 Blair Avenue
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-5214
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-5214
Gr: 6-8 | 177 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Griffin Bay School Open Doors
Alternative School
85 Blair Ave
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-3292
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-3292
Gr: 10-12 | 2 students Minority enrollment: 50%
98250, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Star Route
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-6276
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-6276
Gr: K-8 | 2 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98250, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98250, WA include Friday Harbor High School, Friday Harbor Elementary School and Griffin Bay School.
How many public schools are located in 98250?
5 public schools are located in 98250.
What percentage of students in 98250 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 98250 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98250?
98250 public schools minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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