For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 2,901 students in Lynden, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lynden, WA are Isom Elementary School, Vossbeck Elementary School and Lynden Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Lynden, WA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 50% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Lynden have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Lynden, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Isom Elementary School
(Math: 51% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
8461 Benson Rd
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-1992
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-1992
Gr: K-5 | 413 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Rank: #22.
Vossbeck Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1301 Bridgeview Dr
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-0488
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-0488
Gr: K-5 | 468 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 50%
Rank: #33.
Lynden Middle School
(Math: 37% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
8750 Line Rd
Lynden, WA 98264
(206) 354-2952
Lynden, WA 98264
(206) 354-2952
Gr: 6-8 | 705 students Student-teacher ratio: 19:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Rank: #44.
Lynden Academy
Alternative School
(Math: 22% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1986 Main St Suite A
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-6675
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-6675
Gr: K-12 | 419 students Student-teacher ratio: 35:1 Minority enrollment: 13%
Rank: #55.
Fisher Elementary School
(Math: 36% | Reading: 41%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
501 N 14th St
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-4291
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-4291
Gr: K-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 44%
Rank: #66.
Meridian Middle School
(Math: 26% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
861 Ten Mile Road
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 398-2291
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 398-2291
Gr: 6-8 | 350 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Lynden, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Lynden, WA include Isom Elementary School, Vossbeck Elementary School and Lynden Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Lynden?
6 public elementary schools are located in Lynden.
What is the racial composition of students in Lynden?
Lynden public elementary schools minority enrollment is 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Lynden are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Lynden include: Isom Elementary School vs. Fisher Elementary School, Fisher Elementary School vs. Isom Elementary School, Meridian Middle School vs. Lynden Middle School
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