Best Middle Schools in Zip Code 98296

Two middle schools serve students in the Snohomish, WA area (zip code 98296): Valley View Middle School (grades 7-8) in the Snohomish School District and Hidden River Middle School (grades 6-8) in the Monroe School District.

Academically, Valley View Middle School consistently outperforms both the state average and Hidden River across all subjects, particularly in English Language Arts where 69% of its students are proficient. It is ranked in the 84th percentile among Washington middle schools. Hidden River Middle School, while ranked lower in the 69th percentile, has shown steady improvement in its state ranking over the past three years and its students perform above the state average in all core subjects.

An interesting contrast exists in resources: Hidden River has a lower student-teacher ratio and spends about $1,800 more per student than Valley View. Valley View, however, serves a larger student population and has a lower percentage of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. For parents, this comparison highlights two good options with different strengths—one with strong academic results and another with more individualized resources and a positive improvement trend.