Best Schools in Anacortes, Washington
12 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High · 1 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Anacortes by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Island View Elementary
Elementary · Anacortes School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Fidalgo Elementary
Elementary · Anacortes School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Mount Erie Elementary
Elementary · Anacortes School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Anacortes for 2026 are Island View Elementary (9.0/10), Fidalgo Elementary (8.3/10), and Mount Erie Elementary (8.2/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 6 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
12
10 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$659,800
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
Schools
12
10 public · 2 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$659,800
home value · ACS
Districts
3
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +1.0 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Anacortes schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Anacortes
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (6 of 12). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Island View Elementary | 9.0 / 10 |
| 2 | Fidalgo Elementary | 8.3 / 10 |
| 3 | Mount Erie Elementary | 8.2 / 10 |
| 4 | Anacortes High School | 8.0 / 10 |
| 5 | Cap Sante High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Anacortes Middle School | 6.2 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $92,925
- Median home value
- $659,800
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 46%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 73%
57% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Anacortes compares
Washington rank
#26 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Washington avg (6.4)
Median household income
$93k
104% of Washington median
Schools in this city
7
About Schools in Anacortes, Washington
Anacortes, Washington is home to 12 schools, including 10 public schools and 2 private schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 7.4 out of 10, schools in Anacortes perform strongly on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Anacortes is Island View Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Anacortes is served by 3 school districts: Northwest Educational Service District 189, Anacortes School District, Lopez School District. These districts collectively serve 2,868 students.
Anacortes's community shows 46% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $92,925. The poverty rate in the area is 8.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 463 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.0 | ||
| 2 | 362 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.3 | ||
| 3 | 353 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 | ||
| 4 | 3 students · Kindergarten–8th | — | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | San Juan Montessori School
Private
5 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 609 students · 6th–8th | 6.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Fiddlehead Montessori School
Private
29 students · 1st–6th | — | ||
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 746 students · 9th–12th | 8.0 |
| 2 | 52 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
| 3 | 19 students · 9th–12th | — |
| 4 | 4 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 32 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.3 |
Schools in Anacortes
Anacortes, Washington · 12 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$92,925
Median Home Value
$659,800
Median Rent
$1,596/mo
Population
23,211
College Educated
46%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
8.0%
Community Profile
Anacortes has a median household income of $92,925. It is a well-educated community where 46% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $659,800, with a median rent of $1,596/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 4
- Other
- 1
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Common questions about schools in Anacortes, Washington
How many schools are in Anacortes, Washington?
Anacortes has 12 schools, including 10 public and 2 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Anacortes, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Anacortes is 7.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Anacortes, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Anacortes on MySchoolScout is Island View Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best elementary school in Anacortes, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Anacortes on MySchoolScout is Island View Elementary with a composite score of 9.0/10.
What is the best middle school in Anacortes, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Anacortes on MySchoolScout is Anacortes Middle School with a composite score of 6.2/10.
What is the best high school in Anacortes, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Anacortes on MySchoolScout is Anacortes High School with a composite score of 8.0/10.
How many school districts serve Anacortes, Washington?
Anacortes is served by 3 school districts: Northwest Educational Service District 189, Anacortes School District, Lopez School District.
What is the education level in Anacortes, Washington?
According to Census data, 46% of adults in Anacortes have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Anacortes, Washington?
The median household income in Anacortes is approximately $92,925 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Anacortes, Washington?
Yes, Anacortes has 2 private schools alongside 10 public schools.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Anacortes, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Anacortes is 16.3:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Anacortes, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.