Schools in Bothell, WA

Bothell, Washington, has 23 listed schools serving elementary, middle, and high school students, including 14 elementary schools, 3 middle schools, and 6 high schools. Most are part of the highly ranked Northshore School District, while three elementary schools are associated with the Everett School District and one high school with the Edmonds School District. Overall, the area offers several schools with exceptional statewide rankings, but academic results vary considerably from one campus to another.

The strongest elementary options are Cedar Wood Elementary, ranked 5th statewide, Tambark Creek Elementary School, ranked 7th, Fernwood Elementary, ranked 14th, and Canyon Creek Elementary, ranked 35th. These schools generally report proficiency above 80% in several subjects. Among middle schools, Skyview Middle School is the clear leader, ranking 33rd statewide and outperforming Canyon Park Middle School and Northshore Middle School, particularly in math and science.

For high school families, North Creek High School stands out with a 97.2% graduation rate, a 0.9% dropout rate, and strong results in all tested subjects. Bothell High School also has a 96.2% graduation rate and excellent ELA performance, although its science results are much weaker. Lynnwood High School has improved its ranking and math results but trails the other comprehensive high schools in graduation and dropout outcomes. Specialized programs require separate consideration: Secondary Academy for Success reports much lower graduation and higher dropout rates, while Northshore Online Reengagement Program serves only a very small enrollment. Parents comparing schools should consider both current performance and each school’s size, program purpose, and recent trend.