For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public schools serving 1,277 students in 98368, WA (there are 3 private schools, serving 115 private students). 91% of all K-12 students in 98368, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98368, WA are Port Townsend High School, Salish Coast Elementary School and Blue Heron Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98368 have an average math proficiency score of 39% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98368, WA have an average ranking of 6/10, which is in the top 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98368, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Port Townsend High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1500 Van Ness St
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4520
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 379-4520
Gr: 9-12 | 383 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Rank: #22.
Salish Coast Elementary School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 50-54%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1637 Grant St
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 680-5706
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 680-5706
Gr: PK-5 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Blue Heron Middle School
(Math: 31% | Reading: 46%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3939 San Juan Ave
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 680-5661
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 680-5661
Gr: 6-8 | 222 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
Ocean
Alternative School
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
3939 San Juan Ave.
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 680-5750
Port Townsend, WA 98368
(360) 680-5750
Gr: K-12 | 144 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98368, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98368, WA include Port Townsend High School, Salish Coast Elementary School and Blue Heron Middle School.
How many public schools are located in 98368?
4 public schools are located in 98368.
What percentage of students in 98368 go to public school?
91% of all K-12 students in 98368 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98368?
98368 public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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