For the 2026 school year, there are 6 public schools serving 3,185 students in 98370, WA (there are 8 private schools, serving 467 private students). 85% of all K-12 students in 98370, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98370, WA are Poulsbo Elementary School, North Kitsap High School and Vinland Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98370 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 59% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98370, WA have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98370, WA Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Poulsbo Elementary School
(Math: 60% | Reading: 66%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
18531 Noll Rd Ne
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3500
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3500
Gr: PK-5 | 487 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #22.
North Kitsap High School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1780 Ne Hostmark St
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3100
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3100
Gr: 9-12 | 1,098 students Student-teacher ratio: 26:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #33.
Vinland Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 58%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
22104 Rhododendron Ln Nw
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3600
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3600
Gr: PK-5 | 527 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
Rank: #44.
Hilder Pearson Elementary School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
15650 Central Valley Rd Nw
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3750
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3750
Gr: PK-5 | 286 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #55.
Poulsbo Middle School
(Math: 50% | Reading: 53%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2003 Ne Hostmark St
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3200
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 396-3200
Gr: 6-8 | 713 students Student-teacher ratio: 22:1 Minority enrollment: 37%
Rank: #66.
Chief Kitsap Academy
Magnet School
(Math: ≤10% | Reading: 11-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
15838 Sandy Hook Rd
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 394-8566
Poulsbo, WA 98370
(360) 394-8566
Gr: K-12 | 74 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in 98370, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98370, WA include Poulsbo Elementary School, North Kitsap High School and Vinland Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98370?
6 public schools are located in 98370.
What percentage of students in 98370 go to public school?
85% of all K-12 students in 98370 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98370?
98370 public schools minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
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