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Best Anacortes Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,661 students in Anacortes, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 65 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Anacortes, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in Anacortes, WA are Anacortes High School, Fidalgo Elementary School and Mount Erie Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Anacortes, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 63% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Anacortes have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best Public Schools in Anacortes, WA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anacortes High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
1600 20th Street
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1300
Gr: 9-12 | 766 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Fidalgo Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
13590 Gibralter Road
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1600
Gr: K-5 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #33.
Mount Erie Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
1313 41st Street
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1500
Gr: K-5 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Island View Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
2501 J Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1400
Gr: K-5 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #55.
Anacortes Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
2202 M Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1230
Gr: 6-8 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #66.
Cap Sante High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
1600 20th Street
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1303
Gr: 9-12 | 50 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: n/an/a
Decatur Elementary School
Decatur Island
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 375-6004
Gr: K-8 | 3 students Student-teacher ratio: 3:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: n/an/a
Open Doors
Alternative School
1600 20th Street
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1300
Gr: 9-12 | 7 students
Rank: n/an/a
Open Doors - Youth Reengagement Program
Alternative School
1601 R Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 299-4010
Gr: 9-12 | 63 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Whitney Early Childhood Education Center
1200 M Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1550
Gr: PK | 36 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 39%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in Anacortes, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Anacortes, WA include Anacortes High School, Fidalgo Elementary School and Mount Erie Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in Anacortes?
10 public schools are located in Anacortes.
What percentage of students in Anacortes go to public school?
98% of all K-12 students in Anacortes are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in Anacortes?
Anacortes public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Anacortes are often viewed compared to one another?

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