For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public preschools serving 535 students in 98290, WA.
The top-ranked public preschools in 98290, WA are Chain Lake Elementary School and Snohomish Center. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public preschools in zipcode 98290 have an average math proficiency score of 53% (versus the Washington public pre school average of 45%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 49% statewide average). Pre schools in 98290, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public pre schools.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Washington public preschool average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98290, WA Public Preschools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Chain Lake Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12125 Chain Lake Rd.
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 804-3100
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 804-3100
Gr: PK-5 | 428 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 45%
Rank: #22.
Snohomish Center
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1601 Avenue D
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7264
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7264
Gr: PK-12 | 16 students Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: n/an/a
221 Union Avenue
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4600
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4600
Gr: PK | 91 students Student-teacher ratio: 46:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
98290, Washington Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Freshman Campus Re Entry Elementary School (Closed 2013)
Alternative School
601 Glen Ave
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7289
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7289
Gr: 9
Home School (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1601 Ave D
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7300
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7300
Gr: 1-12 | 123 students Minority enrollment: 1%
601 Glen Ave
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4300
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-4300
Gr: 7-9
Snohomish Online Learning (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
525 13th Street
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7324
Snohomish, WA 98290
(360) 563-7324
Gr: 7-12
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public preschools in 98290, WA?
The top-ranked public preschools in 98290, WA include Chain Lake Elementary School and Snohomish Center.
How many public preschools are located in 98290?
3 public preschools are located in 98290.
What is the racial composition of students in 98290?
98290 public preschools minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is less than the Washington public preschools average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
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