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5.5 avg / 10

Best Schools in Blaine, Washington

6 schools · 3 Elementary · 1 Middle · 2 High

Public: 6
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.5/10
Estimated Scores: 20%

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.5/10

20% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$82,716

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$467,900

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
32%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
23 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
78%

Of occupied housing units

How Blaine compares

Washington rank

#159 of 192

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.8

below Washington avg (6.3)

Median household income

$83k

93% of Washington median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Blaine, Washington

Blaine, Washington is home to 6 schools, including 6 public schools. The city's schools span 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 2 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.5 out of 10, schools in Blaine show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

The highest-performing school in Blaine is Blaine Primary School with a composite score of 7.5/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.

Blaine is served by 1 school district: Blaine School District. These districts collectively serve 2,040 students.

Blaine's community shows 32% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $82,716. The poverty rate in the area is 8.6%.

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.

Filter by ZIP: 98230 (6)

Elementary Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 452 students · Pre-K–2nd 7.5
2 51 students · Kindergarten–8th 5.0
3 476 students · 3rd–5th 4.2

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 451 students · 6th–8th 4.4

High Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 589 students · 9th–12th 6.5
2 14 students · 10th–12th

Schools in Blaine

Blaine, Washington · 6 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code

Median Income

$82,716

Median Home Value

$467,900

Median Rent

$1,255/mo

Population

18,757

College Educated

32%

Homeownership

78%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Community Profile

Blaine has a median household income of $82,716. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $467,900, with a median rent of $1,255/month. The local poverty rate of 8.6% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
6
Elementary
3
Middle
1
High
2
Districts
1
Avg Rating
5.5/10

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about schools in Blaine, Washington

How many schools are in Blaine, Washington?

Blaine has 6 schools, including 6 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Blaine, Washington?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Blaine is 5.5 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

What is the top-ranked school in Blaine, Washington?

The top-ranked school in Blaine on MySchoolScout is Blaine Primary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best elementary school in Blaine, Washington?

The top-ranked elementary school in Blaine on MySchoolScout is Blaine Primary School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best middle school in Blaine, Washington?

The top-ranked middle school in Blaine on MySchoolScout is Blaine Middle School with a composite score of 4.4/10.

What is the best high school in Blaine, Washington?

The top-ranked high school in Blaine on MySchoolScout is Blaine High School with a composite score of 6.5/10.

How many school districts serve Blaine, Washington?

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

What is the education level in Blaine, Washington?

According to Census data, 32% of adults in Blaine have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Blaine, Washington?

The median household income in Blaine is approximately $82,716 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Blaine is 24.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Blaine, 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 based on four components: Academic Achievement, Student Growth, Equity, and School Environment.

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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.