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
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
May 07, 2024
There is a millstone waiting for the administrators at the Elementary school. They don't protect the innocent.
Review for
Cascade Christian -Junior High/High School
Current student
May 07, 2024
Horrible school, maybe it's the socioeconomic area but this school is not safe and very unpleasent to be in, if you have the choice go somewhere else.
Review for
Evergreen High School
Parent / Guardian
May 06, 2024
Throughout the second semester, my 16-year-old daughter began her studies at this school. From the moment we arrived, we were greeted with warm welcomes and felt a sense of belonging. The staff and... More
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Olympic High School