For the 2025 school year, there are 6 public elementary schools serving 4,409 students in 98012, WA.
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98012, WA are Fernwood Elementary School, Tambark Creek Elementary School and Cedar Wood Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public elementary schools in zipcode 98012 have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the Washington public elementary school average of 43%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 51% statewide average). Elementary schools in 98012, WA have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 5% of Washington public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public elementary school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 98012, WA Public Elementary Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Fernwood Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3933 Jewell Rd
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 408-4500
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 408-4500
Grades: PK-5
| 739 students
Rank: #22.
Tambark Creek Elementary School
(Math: 87% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4419 180th St. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 302-9200
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 302-9200
Grades: PK-5
| 733 students
Rank: #33.
Cedar Wood Elementary School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
3414 168th St. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-7700
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-7700
Grades: PK-5
| 691 students
Rank: #44.
Mill Creek Elementary School
(Math: 76% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
3400 148th St. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-6800
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-6800
Grades: PK-5
| 659 students
Rank: #55.
Heatherwood Middle School
(Math: 57% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
1419 Trillium Blvd. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-6300
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-6300
Grades: 6-8
| 1,010 students
Rank: #66.
Woodside Elementary School
(Math: 63% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
17000 23rd Ave. Se
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-7800
Bothell, WA 98012
(425) 385-7800
Grades: PK-5
| 577 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public elementary schools in 98012, WA?
The top ranked public elementary schools in 98012, WA include Fernwood Elementary School, Tambark Creek Elementary School and Cedar Wood Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in 98012?
6 public elementary schools are located in 98012.
What is the racial composition of students in 98012?
98012 public elementary schools minority enrollment is 67% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the Washington public elementary schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
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