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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April 26, 2024
As a staff member, I believe in the mission, future plans, and leadership of Charles Wright Academy.Although I am not in the same career path I started in at CWA, I am in a much better place for me,... More
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Charles Wright Academy
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April 26, 2024
My child has been at CWA for 10 years. I have found the school education focused with great experiential ed opportunities and caring faculty and leadership. Smaller class size means individual... More
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Charles Wright Academy
Parent / Guardian
April 25, 2024
We choice into Riverside School District to give our children the same small class sizes, caring and experienced Educators and community that surround the students that my husband and I experienced.... More
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Riverside Middle School