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
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Parent / Guardian
May 17, 2024
Bullying and harassment are not taken seriously at this school. A child can notify a staff member of something going on and sometimes they talk to the kid, or don't do anything at all. Then the... More
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Huntington Middle School
Parent / Guardian
May 17, 2024
Our families experience at ASB has been amazing. We have three kids who have attended and are still attending ASB. Having been a part of this community for over a decade, I can confidently share that... More
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Assumption-St Bridget School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
May 16, 2024
I am a friend of an attendee of Glacier Middle School, namely, Rhual Ubeda, and before attending this school, he attended Showalter Middle School, but now, whenever I message this dear friend of mine,... More
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Glacier Middle School