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 18, 2024
My child is at Highland and truly enjoys it. His teachers are great and he has made new friends that came from all the different feeder elementary schools. He had good grades going into Highland and... More
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Highland Middle School
Current student
March 18, 2024
As a recent alumni, I have much experience with this school. I would say, however, the best decision I made with Lakes was to join running start and participate less in the school. In Lakes High... More
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Lakes High School
Parent / Guardian
March 18, 2024
My kid is studying in Kindergarten in Ardmore. Her learnings in English, Math, Science, Social Emotional learning are great. Teachers, Principal, PE, Nurse, IEP (PT/ OT) specialists support is... More
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Ardmore Elementary School