3,913
Preschools
2,480
Elementary Schools
1,265
Middle Schools
1,085
High Schools
2,431
Public District Schools
3,583
Private Schools
6,026
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.
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
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Largest School Districts in Washington
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Seattle Public Schools
55,271 students | SEATTLE, WA
Grades PK-12 | 108 schools -
Lake Washington School District
30,675 students | REDMOND, WA
Grades PK-12 | 55 schools -
Tacoma School District
30,260 students | TACOMA, WA
Grades PK-12 | 62 schools -
Spokane School District
30,231 students | SPOKANE, WA
Grades PK-12 | 63 schools -
Kent School District
27,291 students | KENT, WA
Grades PK-12 | 43 schools
Reviews From Schools in Washington
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Parent / Guardian
August 29, 2022
My daughter is given plenty of opportunity for advanced classes, the teachers actually provide real world assignments/learning, and they care about her well-being.
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Cavelero Mid High School
Parent / Guardian
August 28, 2022
This school is a dropout factory. The district changes standards for graduation every other year making nearly impossible to graduate. Kids are harassed by the schools security guards who are... More
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South Kitsap High School
Parent / Guardian
August 27, 2022
My daughter has gone to HRS for six school years and has had a very positive experience overall. She was struggling in public school and falling behind. HRS helped her so much to catch up in reading... More
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Hamlin Robinson School