3,989
Preschools
2,558
Elementary Schools
1,336
Middle Schools
1,145
High Schools
2,508
Public District Schools
3,632
Private Schools
6,156
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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
June 02, 2024
Sunset is not a great school. The school focuses on DEI rather than teaching math and science. My son went there and he didn't learn a thing the entire year.
Review for
Sunset Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
June 02, 2024
This school is special in so many ways. Feels like a small town within a city. My children love the staff, communication is easy and the PTA is incredible. We feel very lucky!
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North Beach Elementary School
Current student
June 01, 2024
I have been apart of CWA for 7 years. I feel supported by all of the amazing teachers. I feel happy everyday and feel academically supported the moment I step into the school. I think that the Head of... More
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Charles Wright Academy