Best Vashon Public Elementary Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 907 students in Vashon, WA.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vashon, WA are Mcmurray Middle School, Chautauqua Elementary School and Family Link. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Vashon, 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 64% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in Vashon have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 30% 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 Vashon, WA (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Mcmurray Middle School
(Math: 64% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9329 Sw Cemetery Rd
Vashon, WA 98070
(206) 463-9168
Gr: 6-8 | 355 students Student-teacher ratio: 20:1 Minority enrollment: 26%
Rank: #22.
Chautauqua Elementary School
(Math: 56% | Reading: 67%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
9309 Sw Cemetery Rd
Vashon, WA 98070
(206) 463-2882
Gr: PK-5 | 480 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 34%
Rank: #33.
Family Link
Alternative School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
6/
10
Top 50%
20120 Vashon Hwy Sw
Vashon, WA 98070
(206) 463-8686
Gr: K-12 | 72 students Student-teacher ratio: 36:1 Minority enrollment: 14%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Vashon, WA?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Vashon, WA include Mcmurray Middle School, Chautauqua Elementary School and Family Link.
How many public elementary schools are located in Vashon?
3 public elementary schools are located in Vashon.
What is the racial composition of students in Vashon?
Vashon public elementary schools minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public elementary schools average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

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