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 29, 2024
Both our kids have had great experiences at Daniel Bagley. Very supportive community and teachers including the principal. Would highly recommend this school. Looking forward to more success ahead!
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Daniel Bagley Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
April 29, 2024
have sent my kids here starting in Pre-K, or as they call it K1. My kids have really enjoyed having the same teacher multiple years in a row. The classrooms aret 14 kids total for school total of 42... More
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Olympia Community School
Parent / Guardian
April 29, 2024
My husband and I read the negative review recently posted and can not disagree more strongly. We have one graduate of the school and brother attending now. Northlake is a wonderful school environment!... More
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Northlake Academy