Schools in Skagit County

About schools in Skagit County

Anacortes and Mount Vernon anchor much of what stands out academically in Skagit County, a mid-sized district landscape stretching from Puget Sound's edge into the foothills east of Burlington and Sedro-Woolley. Across 7 districts and 36 ranked public schools, only 4 reach the state's top quartile — but those that do perform convincingly. Anacortes High School ranks in the 97th percentile statewide, and Fidalgo Elementary, also in Anacortes, sits at the 80th. Mount Vernon's Skagit Academy adds another strong option at the 85th percentile. Families prioritizing consistent academic performance will find the most concentrated options in the Anacortes district.