For the 2026 school year, there are 4 public middle schools serving 1,296 students in Stanwood, WA.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Stanwood, WA are Port Susan Middle School, Saratoga School and Lincoln Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Stanwood, WA public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 36% (versus the Washington public middle school average of 37%), and reading proficiency score of 58% (versus the 51% statewide average). Middle schools in Stanwood have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public middle schools.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle school average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in Stanwood, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Port Susan Middle School
(Math: 46% | Reading: 65%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7506 267th St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1360
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1360
Gr: 6-8 | 530 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Rank: #22.
Saratoga School
Alternative School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
7600 272nd St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1372
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1372
Gr: K-12 | 218 students Student-teacher ratio: 44:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Lincoln Academy
Alternative School
(Math: <50% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
7600 272nd St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1340
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1340
Gr: 6-8 | 20 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #44.
Stanwood Middle School
(Math: 25% | Reading: 50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
9405 271st St Nw
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1350
Stanwood, WA 98292
(360) 629-1350
Gr: 6-8 | 528 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 24%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in Stanwood, WA?
The top-ranked public middle schools in Stanwood, WA include Port Susan Middle School, Saratoga School and Lincoln Academy.
How many public middle schools are located in Stanwood?
4 public middle schools are located in Stanwood.
What is the racial composition of students in Stanwood?
Stanwood public middle schools minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public middle schools average of 50% (majority Hispanic).
Which public middle schools in Stanwood are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public middle schools in Stanwood include: Stanwood Middle School vs. Port Susan Middle School, Port Susan Middle School vs. Stanwood Middle School
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