Best Schools in Mount Vernon, Washington
21 schools · 11 Elementary · 2 Middle · 4 High · 4 Other
Choosing a school in Mount Vernon?
Use this page to compare every school in Mount Vernon by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Centennial Elementary School
Elementary · Mount Vernon School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Conway School District 317
Elementary · Conway School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Little Mountain Elementary
Elementary · Mount Vernon School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Mount Vernon for 2026 are Centennial Elementary School (8.6/10), Conway School District 317 (8.2/10), and Little Mountain Elementary (7.8/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 14 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
21
17 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$470,350
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Schools
21
17 public · 4 private
Avg Score
5.7
out of 10
Median Home
$470,350
home value · ACS
Districts
4
serving the city
Rates 8.2/10 despite 33% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.7 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 Mount Vernon schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +12.4 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Mount Vernon schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Mount Vernon
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (Top 10 of 14 rated schools; 21 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Centennial Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Conway School District 317 | 8.2 / 10 |
| 3 | Little Mountain Elementary | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Jefferson Elementary | 7.4 / 10 |
| 5 | La Venture Middle School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 6 | Mount Vernon High School | 6.4 / 10 |
| 7 | Harriet Rowley | 5.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Madison Elementary | 5.6 / 10 |
| 9 | Skagit Academy | 5.4 / 10 |
| 10 | Washington Elementary School | 4.9 / 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
- 5.7/10
- Median household income
- $84,005
- Median home value
- $470,350
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 29%
- Avg commute
- 23 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 70%
28% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Mount Vernon compares
Washington rank
#145 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
-0.6
below Washington avg (6.3)
Median household income
$84k
94% of Washington median
Schools in this city
18
Mount Vernon School District runs 82% of Mount Vernon's public schools
Mount Vernon touches 4 districts, but Mount Vernon School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
Mount Vernon School District accounts for 14 of 17 public schools (82%). The other 3 districts hold the remaining 3.
Among 14 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 3.3 to 8.6 — the spread is inside Mount Vernon, not a citywide average.
- Mount Vernon School District14 public · 82%
- Conway School District1 public · 6%
- Northwest Educational Service District 1891 public · 6%
- Sedro-Woolley School District1 public · 6%
About Schools in Mount Vernon, Washington
Mount Vernon, Washington is home to 21 schools, including 17 public schools and 4 private schools. The city's schools span 11 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 4 high schools.
With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Mount Vernon show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in Mount Vernon is Centennial Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
Mount Vernon is served by 4 school districts. These districts collectively serve 11,451 students.
Mount Vernon's community shows 29% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $84,005. The poverty rate in the area is 13.1%.
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
11 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 435 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | 442 students · Kindergarten–8th | 8.2 | ||
| 3 | 362 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.8 | ||
| 4 | 449 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.4 | ||
| 5 | 490 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.9 | ||
| 6 | 498 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 | ||
| 7 | 326 students · Kindergarten–5th | 4.9 | ||
| 8 | 271 students · Kindergarten–6th | 3.4 | ||
Private Schools3 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Foothills Christian SchoolPrivate 49 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
| 2 | 194 students · Pre-K–8th | Not Rated | ||
Show all 11 elementary schools in Mount Vernon
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 680 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 592 students · 6th–8th | 4.1 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,958 students · 9th–12th | 6.4 |
| 2 | 63 students · 10th–12th | 6.1 |
| 3 | 2 students · 8th–12th | — |
| 4 | 14 students · 9th–12th | — |
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 264 students · Kindergarten–12th | 5.4 | ||
| 2 | 163 students · Pre-K–12th | 3.7 | ||
| 3 | 147 students · Kindergarten–12th | 3.3 | ||
Private Schools1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | 589 students · Pre-K–12th | Not Rated | ||
Schools in Mount Vernon
Mount Vernon, Washington · 21 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes
Median Income
$84,005
Median Home Value
$470,350
Median Rent
$1,444/mo
Population
49,325
College Educated
29%
Homeownership
70%
Avg Commute
23 min
Poverty Rate
13.1%
Community Profile
Mount Vernon has a median household income of $84,005. It is an area where 29% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $470,350, with a median rent of $1,444/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.1%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 11
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 4
- Other
- 4
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in Mount Vernon, Washington
How many schools are in Mount Vernon, Washington?
Mount Vernon has 21 schools, including 17 public and 4 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Mount Vernon, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Mount Vernon is 5.7 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 Mount Vernon, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Centennial Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best elementary school in Mount Vernon, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Centennial Elementary School with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What is the best middle school in Mount Vernon, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is La Venture Middle School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Mount Vernon, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Mount Vernon on MySchoolScout is Mount Vernon High School with a composite score of 6.4/10.
How many school districts serve Mount Vernon, Washington?
Mount Vernon is served by 4 school districts: Northwest Educational Service District 189, Conway School District, Mount Vernon School District, Sedro-Woolley School District.
What is the education level in Mount Vernon, Washington?
According to Census data, 29% of adults in Mount Vernon have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Mount Vernon, Washington?
The median household income in Mount Vernon is approximately $84,005 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Mount Vernon, Washington?
Yes, Mount Vernon has 4 private schools alongside 17 public schools. The top-rated private school is Foothills Christian School with a score of 5.8/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Mount Vernon, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Mount Vernon is 22.9:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Mount Vernon, 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.