3,988
Preschools
2,559
Elementary Schools
1,338
Middle Schools
1,147
High Schools
2,507
Public District Schools
3,634
Private Schools
6,157
Total Schools
These are some of the top-rated public schools in Washington based on a variety of measures, including academic performance and equity. Find out more about GreatSchools ratings.
College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Washington at preparing students for success in college. The College Success Award recognizes schools that do an exemplary job getting students to enroll in and stick with college, including those that excel at serving students from low-income families.
Academic Summary
Are the schools in Washington offering opportunity for all students, or are some kids being left behind? Successful states are working to close the achievement gap.
Largest School Districts in Washington
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Seattle Public Schools
53,973 students | SEATTLE, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 111 schools -
Lake Washington School District
30,964 students | REDMOND, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 57 schools -
Tacoma School District
28,688 students | TACOMA, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 64 schools -
Spokane School District
28,280 students | SPOKANE, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 63 schools -
Kent School District
25,720 students | KENT, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 43 schools
Reviews From Schools in Washington
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Parent / Guardian
May 06, 2024
We moved into the district a year ago and have been very pleased with the education our kids are receiving. The elementary went out of their way even before school officially began to meet our kids,... More
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Chambers Prairie Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
May 06, 2024
We have had such an amazing time at this school with my daughters. One is just beginning school and the other is in kindergarten, and I am incredibly thankful for the outstanding care and support they... More
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Charles Wright Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 06, 2024
CPES’ overall is okay since my kid have been struggling with their learning in math since each teacher teaching differently methods and didn’t have a time to sit down and do one on one to make sure... More
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Chambers Prairie Elementary School