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Best Public Schools in 98021 (Bothell, WA) (2026)

Best 98021 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 12 public schools serving 5,397 students in 98021, WA (there are 2 private schools, serving 493 private students). 92% of all K-12 students in 98021, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98021, WA are Canyon Creek Elementary School, Lockwood Elementary School and Shelton View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98021 have an average math proficiency score of 64% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 73% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98021, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98021, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Canyon Creek Elementary School
(Math: 82% | Reading: 82%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
21400 35 Av Se
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-5700
Gr: PK-5 | 866 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Rank: #22.
Lockwood Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 81%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
24118 Lockwood Rd
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-5800
Gr: PK-5 | 525 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #33.
Shelton View Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 5%
23400 5 Av W
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-5200
Gr: PK-5 | 513 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 58%
Rank: #44.
Innovation Lab High School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
10/
10
Top 10%
2020 224th Street Se
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-6200
Gr: 9-12 | 252 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Skyview Middle School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 72%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
21404 35 Av Se
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-6800
Gr: 6-8 | 1,215 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 72%
Rank: #66.
Canyon Park Middle School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 71%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
23723 23 Av Se
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-6300
Gr: 6-8 | 907 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #77.
Frank Love Elementary School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
303 224 St Sw
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-4600
Gr: PK-5 | 492 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
Rank: #88.
Crystal Springs Elementary School
(Math: 53% | Reading: 56%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
21615 9 Av Se
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-4300
Gr: PK-5 | 500 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 67%
Rank: #99.
Secondary Academy For Success
Alternative School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
22107 23rd Dr Se
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-6600
Gr: 9-12 | 76 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #1010.
Northshore Special Services
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
4/
10
Bottom 50%
3330 Monte Villa Parkway
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-7735
Gr: PK-12 | 34 students Minority enrollment: 43%
Rank: n/an/a
Northshore Online Reengagement Program
Alternative School
3330 Monte Villa Parkway
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 408-6605
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: n/an/a
12225 Ne 160
Bothell, WA 98021
(425) 483-2819
Gr: 10-12 | 5 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98021, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98021, WA include Canyon Creek Elementary School, Lockwood Elementary School and Shelton View Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98021?
12 public schools are located in 98021.
What percentage of students in 98021 go to public school?
92% of all K-12 students in 98021 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98021?
98021 public schools minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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