Anacortes School District

The Anacortes School District is a high-performing school system in Washington, comprising 7 schools that serve students from elementary through high school. The district is ranked 26 out of 247 districts in the state and is rated 4 stars out of 5 by SchoolDigger.

The standout schools in the district include Anacortes High School, which consistently ranks among the top 20 high schools in Washington and boasts exceptional test scores and a high graduation rate. The elementary schools, Fidalgo Elementary and Island View Elementary, also demonstrate strong academic performance, with high proficiency rates in ELA, math, and science. In contrast, the district's alternative high schools, Cap Sante High School and Open Doors, have lower test scores, graduation rates, and funding compared to the traditional high school.

While the Anacortes School District overall performs well, the data highlights areas for improvement, such as increasing racial diversity and ensuring equitable funding across all schools. The significant difference in per-student spending between the high schools suggests a need to address resource allocation and equity within the district.