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
April 26, 2024
CWA has been nothing but life-changing for my family. I admit I was skeptical about private schools when I first looked at options in the greater Tacoma area for my rising kindergartner. Tours at the... More
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Charles Wright Academy
Parent / Guardian
April 26, 2024
Our experience at this school has not been positive. The principal seems to not be invested in this institution. This is evident in many ways. For one, the building is poorly organized and I doubt... More
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Northlake Academy
Parent / Guardian
April 26, 2024
We moved my son to Hope Lutheran after he suffered through a year of online learning during the pandemic. He was not in a good state. Being isolated was highly stressful for him. I was worried... More
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Hope Lutheran School