For the 2025 school year, there are 9 public schools serving 4,059 students in Stanwood, WA.
The top ranked public schools in Stanwood, WA are Stanwood High School, Twin City Elementary School and Cedarhome Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stanwood, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 42% (versus the Washington public school average of 40%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Stanwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Schools in Stanwood, WA (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Stanwood High School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 77%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7400 272nd St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1300
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1300
Grades: 9-12
| 1,362 students
Rank: #22.
Twin City Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
26211 72nd Ave Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1270
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1270
Grades: K-5
| 418 students
Rank: #33.
Cedarhome Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
27911 68th Ave Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1280
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1280
Grades: K-5
| 444 students
Rank: #44.
Port Susan Middle School
(Math: 44% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7506 267th St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1360
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1360
Grades: 6-8
| 522 students
Rank: #55.
Saratoga School
Alternative School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
7600 272nd St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1372
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1372
Grades: K-12
| 229 students
Rank: #66.
Stanwood Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
10227 273rd Pl Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1250
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1250
Grades: PK-5
| 467 students
Rank: #77.
Stanwood Middle School
(Math: 29% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9405 271st St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1350
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1350
Grades: 6-8
| 472 students
Rank: #88.
Lincoln Hill High School
Alternative School
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7400 272nd St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1340
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1340
Grades: 9-12
| 131 students
Rank: #99.
Lincoln Academy
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
7600 272nd St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1340
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1340
Grades: 6-8
| 14 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in Stanwood, WA?
The top ranked public schools in Stanwood, WA include Stanwood High School, Twin City Elementary School and Cedarhome Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Stanwood?
9 public schools are located in Stanwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Stanwood?
Stanwood public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Stanwood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Stanwood include: Stanwood Middle School vs. Port Susan Middle School, Stanwood Elementary School vs. Cedarhome Elementary School, Cedarhome Elementary School vs. Stanwood Elementary School
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