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5.7 avg / 10

Best Schools in Sultan, Washington

7 schools · 1 Elementary · 1 Middle · 3 High · 2 Other

Public: 7
Districts: 1
Avg Rating: 5.7/10

Family Snapshot

At a glance
Avg school rating
5.7/10

40% of schools rated 7+

Median household income
$130,225

Census ACS, ZIPs in this city

Median home value
$665,100

Owner-occupied units

Bachelor's degree or higher
39%

Adults 25+

Avg commute
31 min

Workers age 16+

Owner-occupied homes
89%

Of occupied housing units

How Sultan compares

Washington rank

#145 of 192

cities by avg. school score

Vs. state average

-0.6

below Washington avg (6.3)

Median household income

$130k

146% of Washington median

Schools in this city

5

About Schools in Sultan, Washington

Sultan, Washington is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 1 elementary school, 1 middle school, and 3 high schools.

With an average rating of 5.7 out of 10, schools in Sultan show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale, which measures academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

Sultan is served by 1 school district: Sultan School District. These districts collectively serve 2,069 students.

Sultan's community shows 39% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $130,225. The poverty rate in the area is 5.4%.

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: 98294 (6)

Elementary Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 619 students · Kindergarten–5th 7.1

Middle Schools

1 school
# School Rating
1 417 students · 6th–8th 7.5

High Schools

3 schools
# School Rating
1 597 students · 9th–12th 4.7
2 38 students · 9th–12th 4.1
3 6 students · 9th–12th

Other Schools

2 schools
# School Rating
1 33 students · Kindergarten–12th 5.2
2 23 students · Pre-K–Pre-K

Schools in Sultan

Sultan, Washington · 7 schools

Community Demographics

Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 2 ZIP codes

Median Income

$130,225

Median Home Value

$665,100

Median Rent

$1,929/mo

Population

35,039

College Educated

39%

Homeownership

89%

Avg Commute

31 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Community Profile

Sultan has a median household income of $130,225. It is an area where 39% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $665,100, with a median rent of $1,929/month. The local poverty rate of 5.4% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 31 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Quick Facts

Total Schools
7
Elementary
1
Middle
1
High
3
Districts
1
Avg Rating
5.7/10

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 Sultan, Washington

How many schools are in Sultan, Washington?

Sultan has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the average school rating in Sultan, Washington?

The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Sultan is 5.7 out of 10, based on academic achievement, student growth, equity, and school environment.

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

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

What is the best elementary school in Sultan, Washington?

The top-ranked elementary school in Sultan on MySchoolScout is Sultan Elementary School with a composite score of 7.1/10.

What is the best middle school in Sultan, Washington?

The top-ranked middle school in Sultan on MySchoolScout is Sultan Middle School with a composite score of 7.5/10.

What is the best high school in Sultan, Washington?

The top-ranked high school in Sultan on MySchoolScout is Sultan Senior High School with a composite score of 4.7/10.

How many school districts serve Sultan, Washington?

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

What is the education level in Sultan, Washington?

According to Census data, 39% of adults in Sultan have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the median income in Sultan, Washington?

The median household income in Sultan is approximately $130,225 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.

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

The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Sultan is 23.0:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.

How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Sultan, 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.