5.3 avg / 10

Best Schools in Arlington, Washington

11 schools · 4 Elementary · 2 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other

Last updated: July 2026

Public: 10

Private: 1

Districts: 1

Avg Rating: 5.3/10

Estimated Scores: 9%

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Choosing a school in Arlington?

Use this page to compare every school in Arlington by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.

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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

Elementary · Arlington School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.

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The short answer

The top-rated schools in Arlington for 2026 are Presidents Elementary (7.0/10), Eagle Creek Elementary (6.7/10), and Arlington Christian School (6.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 10 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.

Best value · beats the odds

Presidents Elementary

Rates 7.0/10 despite 43% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Arlington schools.

Most improved · 2022 → 2024

Pioneer Elementary

STAAR proficiency rose +9.3 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Arlington schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.

Top-Rated Schools in Arlington

Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (10 of 11). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.

#	School	Rating	Level	Value	State %ile
1	Presidents Elementary	7.0 / 10	Elementary	+1.9	65th
2	Eagle Creek Elementary	6.7 / 10	Elementary	+1.6	59th
3	Arlington Christian School	6.3 / 10	Other	—	48th
4	Kent Prairie Elementary	5.2 / 10	Elementary	+0.1	28th
5	Stillaguamish Valley Learning Center	5.1 / 10	Other	+0.1	26th
6	Pioneer Elementary	5.1 / 10	Elementary	+0.1	26th
7	Arlington High School	4.6 / 10	High	-0.5	16th
8	Weston High School	4.2 / 10	High	-0.9	11th
9	Post Middle School	4.0 / 10	Middle	-1.1	9th
10	Haller Middle School	3.8 / 10	Middle	-1.3	7th

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Family Snapshot

At a glance

Avg school rating: 5.3/10
Median household income: $96,478
Median home value: $556,900
Bachelor's degree or higher: 21%
Avg commute: 34 min
Owner-occupied homes: 78%

How Arlington compares

Washington rank

#165 of 193

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-1.1

below Washington avg (6.4)

Median household income

$96k

108% of Washington median

Schools in this city

11

About Schools in Arlington, Washington

Arlington, Washington is home to 11 schools, including 10 public schools and 1 private school. The city's schools span 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.3 out of 10, schools in Arlington show moderate performance 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 Arlington is Presidents Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Arlington is served by 1 school district: Arlington School District. These districts collectively serve 5,637 students.

Arlington's community shows 21% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $96,478. 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.

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Elementary Schools

4 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Presidents Elementary 576 students · Pre-K–5th	576	Pre-K–5th	7.0
2	Eagle Creek Elementary 677 students · Kindergarten–5th	677	Kindergarten–5th	6.7
3	Kent Prairie Elementary 681 students · Pre-K–5th	681	Pre-K–5th	5.2
4	Pioneer Elementary 500 students · Kindergarten–5th	500	Kindergarten–5th	5.1

Middle Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Post Middle School 634 students · 6th–8th	634	6th–8th	4.0
2	Haller Middle School 577 students · 6th–8th	577	6th–8th	3.8

High Schools

3 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Arlington Open Doors 66 students · 9th–12th	66	9th–12th	5.8
2	Arlington High School 1,622 students · 9th–12th	1,622	9th–12th	4.6
3	Weston High School 118 students · 9th–12th	118	9th–12th	4.2

Other Schools

2 schools

#	School	Enrollment	Grades	Rating
1	Stillaguamish Valley Learning Center 186 students · Kindergarten–11th	186	Kindergarten–11th	5.1
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	Arlington Christian School Private 96 students · Pre-K–11th	96	Pre-K–11th	6.3

Schools in Arlington

Arlington, Washington · 11 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$96,478

Median Home Value

$556,900

Median Rent

$1,780/mo

Population

46,225

College Educated

21%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

34 min

Poverty Rate

8.0%

Community Profile

Arlington has a median household income of $96,478. It is a community where 21% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $556,900, with a median rent of $1,780/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 34 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Schools by Level

State: Washington
Elementary: 4
Middle: 2
High: 3
Other: 2

Resources

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School District

Arlington School District

11 schools · 5,637 students

Nearby Cities

N. Lakewood (5 schools)

4 mi

Marysville (26 schools)

8 mi

Tulalip (1 school)

8 mi

Lake Stevens (14 schools)

12 mi

Granite Falls (6 schools)

Snohomish (22 schools)

19 mi

Mount Vernon (20 schools)

18 mi

Clear Lake (1 school)

20 mi

Mill Creek (3 schools)

Camano Island (2 schools)

15 mi

Clinton (1 school)

19 mi

Other Major Cities in Washington

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Arlington, Washington

How many schools are in Arlington, Washington?

Arlington has 11 schools, including 10 public and 1 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Arlington, Washington?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Arlington is 5.3 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 Arlington, Washington?

The top-ranked school in Arlington on MySchoolScout is Presidents Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best elementary school in Arlington, Washington?

The top-ranked elementary school in Arlington on MySchoolScout is Presidents Elementary with a composite score of 7.0/10.

What is the best middle school in Arlington, Washington?

The top-ranked middle school in Arlington on MySchoolScout is Post Middle School with a composite score of 4.0/10.

What is the best high school in Arlington, Washington?

The top-ranked high school in Arlington on MySchoolScout is Arlington High School with a composite score of 4.6/10.

How many school districts serve Arlington, Washington?

Arlington is served by 1 school district: Arlington School District.

What is the education level in Arlington, Washington?

According to Census data, 21% of adults in Arlington have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Arlington, Washington?

The median household income in Arlington is approximately $96,478 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

Are there private schools in Arlington, Washington?

Yes, Arlington has 1 private school alongside 10 public schools. The top-rated private school is Arlington Christian School with a score of 6.3/10.

What is the student-teacher ratio in Arlington, Washington?

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Arlington is 17.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Arlington, 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.