2022 High schools with the best teachers in Washington

• Northshore School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  47 reviews

Senior: North Creek High School provides so many opportunities for students to excel in any field and activity. The campus is very welcoming and facilitates communication among peers and collaboration. The staff members, teachers, and administrators are all very friendly and supportive of the goals of students. North Creek is a very lively campus and students are involved on campus and off campus, representing North Creek High School to a large degree. I am very happy that I get to attend NCHS. I was able to formulate strong friendships and connections and more importantly grow and evolve as a student and as an individual. I am very grateful for the teachers I've had over the past 3 years who enriched my learning and my academic and personal growth.... Read 47 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 1,722

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Lake Washington School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.2 out of 5  100 reviews

Senior: I am currently a senior at Tesla STEM High School and will have spent all four years here. I love this school for several reasons. The small class size makes you feel at home and forms a strong communal bond. In addition, there are so many opportunities available at this school. Through STEM, I have competed in clubs at the national level, interned at Fortune 500 companies, and had the opportunity to publish my research. I will say though, this is a very competitive school, which can be detrimental to one's mental health. However, this competitive nature drives students to be better and to be smarter. The several AP and Honors classes available to our disposal are both interesting and engaging. In addition, the teachers are phenomenal! They are always available for additional support and help. Overall, this school gets a 5 star rating from me!... Read 100 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A+

• Students 606

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Lake Washington School District, WA•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.04 out of 5  94 reviews

Senior: As a rising senior, I know that my education at ICS has shaped me into the person I am. From 6th grade to the present, ICS has continued to challenge and engage me with its rigorous coursework (all honors classes). Each year builds upon what I have learned in the previous years, which has allowed me to excel in my classes. The teachers are amazing and dedicated to what they do. Although I may have missed out on some of the larger social aspects associated with a larger school, the small community at ICS is fun to be a part of, as you get to know everyone on an individual basis, including teachers, fellow students, and underclassman over the course of 6 years. There are lots of opportunities for mentorship and leadership with the clubs and activities here as well. ICS isn't the right school for everyone, but it definitely is for me and I'm glad I go here!... Read 94 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Students 412

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Northshore School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.91 out of 5  333 reviews

Sophomore: The teachers are amazing and super skilled in their respective fields. However, there are a few rules that allow discrimination and bullying to occur. The campus is great and very easy to get around. The clubs and sports are super interesting and help you feel like a part of your community. The school’s spirit is a little low but that’s mainly because of COVID regulations and the ban of assemblies. Overall, I really enjoy going to Woodinville High School and highly recommend it!... Read 333 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Students 1,696

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Seattle, WA•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.7 out of 5  27 reviews

Senior: My experience at summit sierra could be described in 1 word, interesting. Going to this school I've learned alot about myself, gained new interests, learned about different cultures and beliefs, and met alot of interesting people. The school has helped me grow not only academically but also socially. Even though i was always a social person before going to Summit I would alot of times be scared to try and talk to someone, especially if I didn't know them well. With being at Summit Sierra they have little events where they would pair us up with different people we dont usually talk to and talk about our different interests and hobbies to help make us all not just stay in one group of friends and branch out. The staff and teachers are always willing to help us even when there busy and try and completely help us understand the work we are doing. There's also nothing that I see would need to change about my school.... Read 27 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A

• Students 365

• Student-teacher ratio 16:1

• Highline School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.06 out of 5  162 reviews

Alum: Since Raisbeck Aviation High School is a lottery school, the community is diverse. It was fun getting to know people coming from different backgrounds who share similar passions as me. The school is very inclusive and the staff are always helpful. This school is great if you’re into STEM and even better if you’re into aviation because the school offers many clubs that will let you explore your interests. In addition to clubs, the school has a mentor program where you can connect with an industry professional and get your hands on opportunities and knowledge you might not have found elsewhere. I believe that the school helps students become college ready because of the course requirements and teachers pushing students to reach their potential. A downside is that the school only has ultimate frisbee for sports and no music/art specific courses. The school expects its students to fulfill hours in physical activity and music outside of school on their own time which may be inconvenient.... Read 162 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Students 400

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Bellevue School District, WA•

• 6-12

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  Rating 3.97 out of 5  93 reviews

Senior: International School was amazing! It being a very small school compared to others in the district, a sense of community was formed between each grade. Everyone knew each other and we were able to talk to anyone! It was an amazing 7 years!... Read 93 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Students 590

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Tacoma, WA•

• Public School•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.54 out of 5  41 reviews

Parent: My son has done so well at Summit Olympus! As a child that struggles with learning, the smaller class sizes and specialized learning experience has made such a difference in him. He has been able to access extra help after school, and the teachers really encourage him to be self motivated and responsible for his academic success. I was especially impressed with how quickly the school had the learning platform up and ready, and the teachers learned how to use online teaching methods when the school shut down for COVID-19! My student was down a couple of days of learning, while most schools were down weeks to even months before they were really up and running. Thank you Summit Olympus for your commitment to the students having the best and most successful learning experience possible!... Read 41 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 183

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• Palouse School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.6 out of 5  5 reviews

Junior: excellent small school for this area. The teachers are caring, want everyone to exceed and will take extra time to help any students that need it. There are a lot of running start options here as well, there are several classes offered through eastern washing university that will help students get a jump start on college. The board is very active and constantly improves student experiences and grounds. The student body is very accepting and offers most sports and activities for any newcomers to enjoy. Overall the school is an excellent choice for anyone preparing for higher education.... Read 5 reviews

• grade B

• grade A

• Students 62

• Student-teacher ratio 9:1

• Bellevue School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.84 out of 5  396 reviews

Senior: The IB program adds lots of competition to this school. There is a lot of competition for being the best. Students are very exhausted because of IB and AP classes, especially the AP and IB tests in May. There are a couple teachers I really like, their personalities are friendly, but some have good personalities but not the best qualities in a teacher. They get easily distracted with other students and it is hard to stay focused in that learning environment. One of my favorite parts of Interlake High School is the Horticulture program. We host plant sales 3 times a year and students get the opportunity to have work experience by picking up shifts at the plant sales. We complete work orders every week, and it is a great way to contribute to our community and learn about our earth and gardening, especially the business side of the horticulture industry. Our teacher is supportive and she makes the learning environment enjoyable.... Read 396 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Students 1,654

• Student-teacher ratio 19:1

• Richland School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.07 out of 5  370 reviews

Junior: Hanford High School has something for anyone. From extremely successful music and drama departments, to a committed and spirited athletics program. There are also many opportunities to excel by taking honors and AP courses, but I don’t feel there is a pressure to do so. Many extracurriculars and clubs including but not limited to: Breakfast Club, Gamer Club, International Kiwanis Key Club, Garfield Club, and more. The teachers that I’ve encountered have a variance of teaching styles with a common interest for the students to learn and succeed. With that said, students are still expected to take responsibility for themselves to communicate with teachers and counselors when they’re struggling, which is an important lesson for life anyways. As for food, the cafeteria food has taken a step up and I appreciate the healthy and less healthy variety daily. An excellent school for social and class variety and for preparing for college.... Read 370 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Students 1,993

• Student-teacher ratio 23:1

• Bellevue School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.8 out of 5  345 reviews

Senior: Overall, I have had a great experience at Newport! We are extremely academically-focused, and we are known for our excellent work ethic. We have neat educational opportunities and programs like Aids Student Peer Educators at Newport (ASPEN), DECA, CISCO, Teaching Academy, Culinary Arts classes, and many more. Students are also very involved in student leadership and clubs which I love. Last year, there were complaints that the administration did not care for the well-being of the student body and instead only cared about our grades and how well our test scores made the school look. There have been fewer complaints this year, but I have not seen any real changes in the administration's attitude towards students.... Read 345 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Students 1,781

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Lake Washington School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  482 reviews

Senior: Eastlake is a fantastic high school! I personally was never bullied, didn't feel socially pressured or unsafe, and had a wonderful education there. They have a plethora of clubs to join, school sports to participate in, and have a variety of classes to choose from. Eastlake offers many AP classes which allow students get college credit in high school. Lastly, these school is fairly diverse in terms of personalities and types of people. However, there were few shortcomings of Eastlake. They didn't do a lot of preparation for college, as most of it was done for namesake didn't actually prepare us much. The school is overly focused on sports and athletics which shadows many of the other events that happen at Eastlake. There is a small sense of competitive culture, but that can be seen as a good thing. Overall, I loved my time at Eastlake, and would definitely recommend it for most people.... Read 482 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Students 2,151

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Bainbridge Island School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.88 out of 5  259 reviews

Senior: I have loved my time at Bainbridge High School! The school is known for its rigor its wide variety of classes available. At this school every student is given the resources and tools they need not only to thrive in high school but also to prepare them for college and their future beyond. At the school you are surrounding by caring staff and students who create a welcoming learning environment. While the high rigor of this school can be challenging, my experience here has made it all worth it.... Read 259 reviews

• grade A+

• grade A

• Students 1,369

• Student-teacher ratio 21:1

• Northshore School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.77 out of 5  470 reviews

Junior: Great community, plenty of resources that students with initiative can take advantage of. There is a sort of barrier within the student body, since the school has a well-developed IB Programme. Students that fall on either side of that divide can clearly feel the separation. The building itself is very old and not even comparable to many other elementary schools in the same district. Most of the teachers are amazing; they are willing to help students and genuinely care about learning!... Read 470 reviews

• grade A

• grade A

• Students 1,659

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1

• Olympia School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.02 out of 5  49 reviews

Junior: Avanti High School is a school of choice, that places the learning experience more in the hands of the students with personalized meetings between students, teachers, and parents and independent classes where students can go at their own pace. It has under 200 students and a small class size which contributes to a greater connection between staff and students, and students with each other, and the teachers have more time and are more available to provide support for the students. Also, with the reduced class schedule, you can earn the same amount of credits with less classes, and that has helped me because I can take more classes so I will exceed my credit requirement for graduation before the end of my senior year. I really like how the community is safe, diverse, and accepting and the academic options that have and will help me to succeed academically later on in life.... Read 49 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A

• Students 147

• Student-teacher ratio 18:1

• Richland School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.82 out of 5  368 reviews

Senior: Richland High School is very unity oriented! There is a large emphasis placed in school spirit and supporting each other. The sports programs are competitive, as is the music program. I do, however, think there is sometimes some lack of emphasis on the music program. For example, last school year there was an orchestra class without a classroom. The class had to resort to practicing on the stage, in foyers, sharing a classroom, or splitting up into practice rooms, and if none are available, a bathroom. The teachers and staff are generally very positive and encouraging of the students. The counselors, specifically, are very proactive and are always willing to help a student with various needs. The staff are very good at making their classrooms feel like a safe place for students to be. Overall, the school is very inclusive and focused on uplifting and preparing its students!... Read 368 reviews

• grade A minus

• grade A

• Students 2,045

• Student-teacher ratio 24:1

• Spokane School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 4.33 out of 5  3 reviews

Senior: A great high school that prepared me for my future and shaped me to be who I am today. This school is unlike any other, you learn more than just basic academics, you learn real life skills! This school has pushed me to be the best I can be, everyone is supportive and kind, they truly care about you. It’s a small school, so there is a really strong sense of community, everyone knows everyone. We don’t even have locks on our lockers because we trust each other. Even though a lot of people might think this is just an easy alternative school, it’s not! This school is not for the “dumb” kids, this school is for kids who are willing to work hard and be successful. There are honestly no words for this school, it’s amazing!... Read 3 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A

• Students 152

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• West Valley School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.83 out of 5  135 reviews

Senior: I liked how the teachers rallied together during the pandemic to work to find the best ways to help the students learn, while also making sure to prioritize their mental health and ability to get through the lockdown. I would like to see some extra help from teachers/counselors to help make it easier to feel prepared for college and the processes of applying for schools, scholarships, etc., as well as helping make sure that each student is on the best high school pathway for their future.... Read 135 reviews

• grade B

• grade A

• Students 1,539

• Student-teacher ratio 24:1

• Davenport School District, WA•

• 6-12

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  Rating 3.76 out of 5  17 reviews

Junior: I have only attended Davenport High School since my Sophomore year. But my experience has been very good with all aspects of the school. Student to teacher relationships are very good here, they offer many sports for being a school in a small town, and the academic standards are high as well. I also believe that being located in a small town allows the Davenport student body to feel connected to each other and their community more than other schools might get to experience, and this to me is very important. My overall experience as a student at Davenport High School has been great!... Read 17 reviews

• grade B+

• grade A

• Students 297

• Student-teacher ratio 17:1

• Bridgeport School District, WA•

• 9-12

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  Rating 3.96 out of 5  83 reviews

Senior: Bridgeport like other schools have that school feeling however, bridgeport is a small school which is beneficial because there is more 1 on 1 with teachers and Instructors. Another really good thing is since it's a small school there is a close community where everyone knows everyone. Overall bridgeport make me feel welcomed.... Read 83 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A minus

• Students 217

• Student-teacher ratio 14:1

• Oakesdale School District, WA•

• 6-12

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  Rating 4.17 out of 5  12 reviews

Senior: Oakesdale High School is a wonderful school that is accepting to all those who attend. I first moved to Oakesdale in 2016, coming from a bigger college town. When I first got to Oakesdale, I was hesitant at first because the town was much smaller, but I soon realized that with a smaller town came a tighter knit community that was always there for each other. The students are great, the staff is great, and we do well academically, athletically, and in other areas of extracurriculars.... Read 12 reviews

• grade B

• grade A minus

• Students 79

• Student-teacher ratio 13:1

• Colfax School District, WA•

• 7-12

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  Rating 3.67 out of 5  46 reviews

Senior: I love the small town feel of Colfax high school, how you know everyone and everyone knows you. The teachers are all super nice and dedicated. Everyone at Colfax high school is committed 110% and it’s awesome! Some things that I wish I could change would be I wish we had better food, and I also wish we offered more classes. I know we used to offer psychology and sociology classes and I really wish we still did, I would definitely take them. Another thing I wish my school had was open campus, so we could go home to eat lunch, or go to a fast food place for our 30 minute lunch, or even if the seniors just got a designated spot to eat lunch like the seniors had in the past. Overall these changes would be nice, but even without them Colfax High school is a great school and I wouldn’t want to go anywhere else!... Read 46 reviews

• grade B

• grade A minus

• Students 253

• Student-teacher ratio 15:1

• School District of La Crosse, WA•

• 6-12

• •
  Rating 4.25 out of 5  4 reviews

Senior: I love going to school here, it’s a small school. Because it’s a s school, I get more one-on-one time with each teacher, which helps me to better understand any material I may be struggling with. The only thing I would like to see change is school spirit. We lack it greatly and I’m doing everything I can to be able to get people excited to come to school.... Read 4 reviews

• grade B minus

• grade A minus

• Students 44

• Student-teacher ratio 6:1

• Spokane School District, WA•

• 7-12

• •
  Rating 4.13 out of 5  217 reviews

Alum: Teachers are all very nice and understanding. Science program is known across the country for its microbiology and specific high-class tech/ microscopes. School doesn't devote much to the arts, but the teachers especially for theater and band are incredible and extremely passionate about teaching and providing opportunities/support. The football team sucks and only wins maybe one or two games a year, but they are mostly known for their cross-country team instead which competes and makes it to nationals. Lots of clubs and opportunities to find your 'group' of people. Has college advisors and College Success Foundation to help students progress and make the next step, especially financially.... Read 217 reviews

• grade A

• grade A minus

• Students 1,548

• Student-teacher ratio 20:1