Best 98282 Washington Public Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public schools serving 767 students in 98282, WA (there are 1 private school, serving 32 private students). 95% of all K-12 students in 98282, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
The top-ranked public schools in 98282, WA are Utsalady Elementary School and Elger Bay Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 98282 have an average math proficiency score of 33% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in 98282, WA have an average ranking of 5/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98282, WA Public Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Utsalady Elementary School
(Math: 40-44% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
7/
10
Top 50%
608 Arrowhead Rd
Camano Island, WA 98282
(360) 629-1260
Gr: K-5 | 391 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Elger Bay Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
3/
10
Bottom 50%
1810 Elger Bay Rd
Camano Island, WA 98282
(360) 629-1290
Gr: K-5 | 376 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 23%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public schools in 98282, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in 98282, WA include Utsalady Elementary School and Elger Bay Elementary School.
How many public schools are located in 98282?
2 public schools are located in 98282.
What percentage of students in 98282 go to public school?
95% of all K-12 students in 98282 are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 91%).
What is the racial composition of students in 98282?
98282 public schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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