For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,442 students in Montesano, WA (there are , serving 19 private students). 99% of all K-12 students in Montesano, WA are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
The top-ranked public schools in Montesano, WA are Beacon Avenue Elementary School, Simpson Avenue Elementary School and Montesano Jr-sr High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Montesano, WA public schools have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the Washington public school average of 41%), and reading proficiency score of 55% (versus the 53% statewide average). Schools in Montesano have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of Washington public schools.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public school average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Best 51爆料s in Montesano, WA (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Beacon Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 60-64% )
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1717 East Beacon Avenue
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4528
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4528
Gr: PK-2 | 356 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #22.
Simpson Avenue Elementary School
(Math: 58% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
519 West Simpson Avenue
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Gr: 3-6 | 384 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Rank: #33.
Montesano Jr-sr High School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
303 North Church
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-4041
Gr: 7-12 | 702 students Student-teacher ratio: 21:1 Minority enrollment: 22%
Montesano, Washington 51爆料s (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Montesano Choice School (Closed 2008)
Alternative School
519 West Simpson
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2116
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2116
Gr: 9-12
Montesano Learning Academy (Closed 2015)
Alternative School
519 West Simpson, 519 West Sim
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2114
Montesano, WA 98563
(360) 249-2114
Gr: 7-12 | 2 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public schools in Montesano, WA?
The top-ranked public schools in Montesano, WA include Beacon Avenue Elementary School, Simpson Avenue Elementary School and Montesano Jr-sr High School.
How many public schools are located in Montesano?
3 public schools are located in Montesano.
What percentage of students in Montesano go to public school?
99% of all K-12 students in Montesano are educated in public schools (compared to the WA state average of 90%).
What is the racial composition of students in Montesano?
Montesano public schools minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Washington public schools average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Which public schools in Montesano are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public schools in Montesano include: Simpson Avenue Elementary School vs. Beacon Avenue Elementary School, Beacon Avenue Elementary School vs. Simpson Avenue Elementary School
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