3,991
Preschools
2,561
Elementary Schools
1,338
Middle Schools
1,147
High Schools
2,507
Public District Schools
3,636
Private Schools
6,159
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
-
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
November 30, 2023
Graham Hill is an incredible school with such a connected and caring group of teachers and staff. The teachers are so invested in the success of the students. We are so happy to be here.
Review for
Graham Hill Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
November 30, 2023
We are so happy at Graham Hill!!! Our son’s teacher is kind and communicative. They are using a systematic phonics program and we see his reading beginning to soar. The principal takes such an active... More
Review for
Graham Hill Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
November 29, 2023
All my children attended, from preschool to grade 7. All their current teachers comment on what a pleasure they are to have, independent, organized, curious and engaged.
Because the school is... More
Review for
Vancouver Montessori School