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 09, 2024
I am a parent and an alum. I did extensive research on this and other local campuses before enrolling my child. I choose CWA for the educational opportunities, project-based learning, small class... More
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Charles Wright Academy
Parent / Guardian
May 09, 2024
We love EC because of the college prep and academic rigor, the focus on servant leadership, small class sizes, and the alignment EC has with our core family values. Best decision we've made in our... More
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Eastside Catholic School
Teacher
May 08, 2024
I recommend staying as far away from this school as possible.
As with many other reviews on this site and others, I experienced the negative effects of a toxic workplace everyday when I walked on... More
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Charles Wright Academy