For the 2025-26 school year, there are 10 public schools serving 2,643 students in Anacortes, WA (there are , serving 57 private students). 98% of all K-12 students in Anacortes, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools in Anacortes, WA (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Anacortes High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1600 20th Street
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1300
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1300
Gr: 9-12 | 746 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Fidalgo Elementary School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
13590 Gibralter Road
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1600
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1600
Gr: K-5 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #33.
Mount Erie Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1313 41st Street
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1500
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1500
Gr: K-5 | 353 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Island View Elementary School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 64%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
2501 J Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1400
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1400
Gr: K-5 | 463 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Rank: #55.
Anacortes Middle School
(Math: 55% | Reading: 54%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
2202 M Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1230
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1230
Gr: 6-8 | 609 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #66.
Cap Sante High School
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1600 20th Street
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1303
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1303
Gr: 9-12 | 52 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: n/an/a
Decatur Island
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 375-6004
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
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1300
Gr: 9-12 | 4 students Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: n/an/a
Open Doors - Youth Reengagement Program
Alternative School
1601 R Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 299-4010
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 299-4010
Gr: 9-12 | 19 students Minority enrollment: 62%
Rank: n/an/a
1200 M Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1550
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 503-1550
Gr: PK | 32 students Student-teacher ratio: 32:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Anacortes, Washington ÎÛÎÛÂþ» Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Cooperatives (Closed 2010)
Special Education School
2200 M Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-1216
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-1216
Gr: 3-11 | 6 students
Learning Opportunity Center (Closed 2010)
Alternative School
2801 Commercial Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-1225
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-1225
Gr: 10-12 | 27 students Minority enrollment: 8%
Parent Partner Program (Closed 2012)
Alternative School
2200 M Ave
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-2166
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-2166
Gr: K-12 | 84 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Running Start High School (Closed 2005)
Alternative School
1916 J Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-2166
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-2166
Gr: 11-12 | 39 students Minority enrollment: 5%
Secret Harbor (Closed 2013)
Special Education School
1809 Commericial Ave
Anacortes, WA 98221
(253) 945-2000
Anacortes, WA 98221
(253) 945-2000
Gr: PK-12
2200 M Avenue
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-1212
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 293-1212
Gr: 6-11 | 23 students Minority enrollment: 35%
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 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Anacortes?
Anacortes public schools minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Anacortes are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Anacortes include: Mount Erie Elementary School vs. Island View Elementary School, Fidalgo Elementary School vs. Island View Elementary School, Island View Elementary School vs. Mount Erie Elementary School
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