Anacortes School District

The Anacortes School District is home to 8 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 1 middle school, 3 high schools, and no alternative schools. This highly-ranked district, placed 25th out of 249 districts in Washington, offers a strong educational system that effectively serves the Anacortes community.

Anacortes High School stands out as the top-performing high school in the district, ranked 20th out of 442 high schools in Washington and earning a 5-star rating. With an impressive 96.1% four-year graduation rate, low 2.7% dropout rate, and exceptional academic performance on standardized tests, Anacortes High School is a standout institution. Among the elementary schools, Island View Elementary and Fidalgo Elementary demonstrate particularly strong results across multiple subjects and grade levels, often outperforming the district and state averages.

While the district as a whole is highly ranked, there is some variation in student demographics and socioeconomic factors across the schools. The alternative and specialized schools, such as Cap Sante High School and Whitney Early Childhood Education Center, serve higher percentages of students from disadvantaged backgrounds. Nevertheless, the Anacortes School District as a whole is delivering excellent educational outcomes for its students, with a strong focus on academic achievement, graduation rates, and resource allocation.