3,989
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
March 29, 2024
I love ACS! This school has been amazing for my child’s confidence and growth. The teachers are educated and qualified per state requirements and love each student where they are at. Any concerns I... More
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Arlington Christian School
Parent / Guardian
March 29, 2024
Wonderful staff and community. Our daughter has done well academically and is excited to go to school each day!
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Westgate Elementary School
Other (school staff, family member, recent alum, etc)
March 29, 2024
Read these recent reviews! Then read reviews from Palm Valley School in Rancho Mirage for the years 2017-2018. Notice any similarities? Yep, same Head of School. Additionally, there are three 5-star... More
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Charles Wright Academy