3,980
Preschools
2,613
Elementary Schools
1,403
Middle Schools
1,225
High Schools
2,639
Public District Schools
3,603
Private Schools
6,267
Total Schools
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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
51,238 students | SEATTLE, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 113 schools -
Lake Washington School District
30,991 students | REDMOND, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 57 schools -
Spokane School District
28,714 students | SPOKANE, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 67 schools -
Tacoma School District
28,311 students | TACOMA, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 72 schools -
Kent School District
25,586 students | KENT, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 46 schools
Reviews From Schools in Washington
Does your child attend a school in this state?
Parent / Guardian
July 29, 2025
A high school that is overcrowded and therefore filled with tired teacher/counselors, some problematic students and irritating neglect. High schools in Bellevue and Kirkland fair much better. If you... More
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Redmond High School
Parent / Guardian
July 28, 2025
SLMS is phenomenal and am so lucky to have this community for my daughter!!!
Review for
Surprise Lake Middle School
Parent / Guardian
July 26, 2025
Concerns Regarding Key peninsula middle school
Racism and Bullying
A student who was at the school for only a few months experienced ongoing bullying, reportedly due to racial reasons. Despite... More
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Key Peninsula Middle School