Best 98204 Washington Public Middle Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 1,724 students in 98204, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98204, WA are Explorer Middle School, Voyager Middle School and Special Services. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public middle schools in zipcode 98204 have an average math proficiency score of 22% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 39% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in 98204, WA have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

Best 98204, WA Public Middle Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Explorer Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 38%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
9600 Sharon Drive
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 366-5000
Gr: 6-8 | 777 students Student-teacher ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
Voyager Middle School
(Math: 20% | Reading: 39%)
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
11711 4th Ave W
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 366-5300
Gr: 6-8 | 902 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Rank: #33.
Special Services
Special Education School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
2/
10
Bottom 50%
9600 Sharon Drive
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 356-1277
Gr: PK-12 | 45 students Student-teacher ratio: 23:1 Minority enrollment: 62%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public middle schools in 98204, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in 98204, WA include Explorer Middle School, Voyager Middle School and Special Services.
How many public middle schools are located in 98204?
3 public middle schools are located in 98204.
What is the racial composition of students in 98204?
98204 public middle schools minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).

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