Best Schools in Washougal, Washington
10 schools · 5 Elementary · 2 Middle · 1 High · 2 Other
Choosing a school in Washougal?
Use this page to compare every school in Washougal by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Mount Pleasant School
Elementary · Mount Pleasant School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Hathaway Elementary
Elementary · Washougal School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Columbia River Gorge Elementary School
Elementary · Washougal 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 Washougal for 2026 are Mount Pleasant School (9.2/10), Hathaway Elementary (8.9/10), and Columbia River Gorge Elementary School (7.4/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 8 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
10
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$532,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
10
in this city
Avg Score
7.0
out of 10
Median Home
$532,100
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Rates 9.2/10 despite 37% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.2 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 Washougal schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +18.1 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Washougal schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Washougal
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (8 of 10). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Mount Pleasant School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Hathaway Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Columbia River Gorge Elementary School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 4 | Canyon Creek Middle School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | Jemtegaard Middle School | 6.8 / 10 |
| 6 | Washougal High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 7 | Cape Horn Skye Elementary | 6.0 / 10 |
| 8 | Gause Elementary | 4.6 / 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
- 7.0/10
- Median household income
- $104,498
- Median home value
- $532,100
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 30%
- Avg commute
- 28 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 79%
44% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Washougal compares
Washington rank
#40 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.7
above Washington avg (6.4)
Median household income
$104k
117% of Washington median
Schools in this city
9
About Schools in Washougal, Washington
Washougal, Washington runs 9 ranked public schools across a single district, spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels. The city's average school score sits at 6.8 out of 10 — a solid baseline that reflects a district performing consistently rather than erratically. Four of those nine schools, or 44%, clear the 7-point threshold, which gives parents real options at multiple grade levels, not just at one end of the pipeline.
The elementary tier is where Washougal stands out most. Hathaway Elementary leads the city with a 9.4 out of 10 — the highest score in the district by a meaningful margin and a benchmark that competes with top-performing schools in far larger metro areas. Mount Pleasant School follows at 9.0, giving families two high-scoring elementary options. Columbia River Gorge Elementary School rounds out the upper tier at 7.2, keeping three of the city's elementary schools at or above that 7-point mark. For parents with young children, the elementary landscape here is one of the city's clearest strengths.
Performance narrows at the upper grades. Washougal High School scores a 7.0, holding the district's academic profile above average through graduation. Canyon Creek Middle School scores 6.5, the lowest-ranked school in this summary — a gap worth watching for parents mapping the full K–12 arc. The middle school years are where some students lose momentum, and that modest dip between elementary and high school is a pattern families should factor into their planning.
Practically speaking, Washougal is a district where elementary school assignment matters a lot. The spread between the top (9.4) and the city average (6.8) is wide enough that address-level school boundaries can meaningfully shape a child's academic experience, particularly in the early grades. Parents comparing Washougal to neighboring cities should note that the strong elementary cohort pulls the district's overall average up — and that the high school at 7.0 sustains that foundation through senior year. For families with elementary-age children, Washougal's upper tier punches well above its small-city size.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 65 students · Kindergarten–8th | 9.2 |
| 2 | 281 students · Pre-K–5th | 8.9 |
| 3 | 355 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.4 |
| 4 | 293 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.0 |
| 5 | 246 students · Pre-K–5th | 4.6 |
Middle Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 170 students · 6th–8th | 7.2 |
| 2 | 433 students · 6th–8th | 6.8 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 990 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Other Schools
2 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 34 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.6 |
| 2 | 23 students · Kindergarten–12th | — |
Schools in Washougal
Washougal, Washington · 10 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$104,498
Median Home Value
$532,100
Median Rent
$1,566/mo
Population
23,669
College Educated
30%
Homeownership
79%
Avg Commute
28 min
Poverty Rate
10.5%
Community Profile
Washougal has a median household income of $104,498. It is an area where 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $532,100, with a median rent of $1,566/month. The area has a poverty rate of 10.5%. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 2
- High
- 1
- Other
- 2
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How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
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Common questions about schools in Washougal, Washington
How many schools are in Washougal, Washington?
Washougal has 10 schools, including 10 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Washougal, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Washougal is 7.0 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 Washougal, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Washougal on MySchoolScout is Mount Pleasant School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Washougal, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Washougal on MySchoolScout is Mount Pleasant School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Washougal, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Washougal on MySchoolScout is Canyon Creek Middle School with a composite score of 7.2/10.
What is the best high school in Washougal, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Washougal on MySchoolScout is Washougal High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve Washougal, Washington?
Washougal is served by 2 school districts: Mount Pleasant School District, Washougal School District.
What is the education level in Washougal, Washington?
According to Census data, 30% of adults in Washougal have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Washougal, Washington?
The median household income in Washougal is approximately $104,498 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Washougal, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Washougal is 17.5:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Washougal, 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.