For the 2026 school year, there are 5 public elementary schools serving 1,739 students in Anacortes, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Anacortes, WA are Fidalgo Elementary School, Mount Erie Elementary School and Island View Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Anacortes, WA public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 60% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 60% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Anacortes have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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 Anacortes, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
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 | 339 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Rank: #22.
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 | 327 students Student-teacher ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
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 | 453 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #44.
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 | 617 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
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%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Anacortes, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Anacortes, WA include Fidalgo Elementary School, Mount Erie Elementary School and Island View Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Anacortes?
5 public elementary schools are located in Anacortes.
What is the racial composition of students in Anacortes?
Anacortes public elementary schools minority enrollment is 24% 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 Anacortes are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary 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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