For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 1,279 students in Poulsbo, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in Poulsbo, WA are Poulsbo Elementary School, Vinland Elementary School and Hilder Pearson Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Poulsbo, WA public preschools have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 61% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in Poulsbo have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Preschools in Poulsbo, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poulsbo Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18531 Noll Rd Ne
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3500
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 465 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #22.
Vinland Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22104 Rhododendron Ln Nw
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3600
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 515 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 39%
Rank: #33.
Hilder Pearson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15650 Central Valley Rd Nw
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3750
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3750
Gr: PK-5 | 299 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Poulsbo, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
25142 Waghorn Rd Nw
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 779-8802
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 779-8802
Gr: PK-6
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in Poulsbo, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in Poulsbo, WA include Poulsbo Elementary School, Vinland Elementary School and Hilder Pearson Elementary School.
How many public preschools are located in Poulsbo?
3 public preschools are located in Poulsbo.
What is the racial composition of students in Poulsbo?
Poulsbo public preschools minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Which public preschools in Poulsbo are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public preschools in Poulsbo include: Poulsbo Elementary School vs. Vinland Elementary School, Vinland Elementary School vs. Poulsbo Elementary School
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