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2022 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

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  1. Oakesdale School District

    • School District
    • OAKESDALE, WA
    • 8 reviews
    #1 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: I've been going to Oakesdale for three years now and I am so glad I made the switch. Oakedale has a community and a school full of people who welcomed me with open armed and have been so supportive in everything I do. A good example of this is the fans of our athletic teams. So many kids came down to Yakima to watch our volleyball team win the State Tournament for the fourth year in a row. the teachers and students who stayed behind watched the games online and supported us from home. Oakesdale High School is known for its character. The students are respectful and kind, and the teacher's and staff give us the best possible learning environment. I would choose Oakesdale High School over any school...Read 8 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  2. Bainbridge Island School District

    • School District
    • BAINBRIDGE ISLAND, WA
    • 26 reviews
    #2 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: The most appealing part about Bainbridge Island School District is it's focus on the students. I am only able to speak to my experiences at the high school, but each student is provided with their own personal Chromebook to use year round while they are a student at Bainbridge High School. This type of accessibility is incredibly beneficial to student learning, and helps to level the disparities in technology and resources between students. Additionally, the teachers are incredibly attentive and always willing to help their students. Take now for example; teachers have made available many lines of communication, from zoom office hours and classes to designated times where they will be answering their email and phone. One of the greatest challenges facing the school, however, is its lack of diversity. The prevailing culture of normality is an issue, which can leave those on the margins feeling ostracized. But I would still recommend BISD to anyone looking for a quality education...Read 26 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  3. Northshore School District

    • School District
    • BOTHELL, WA
    • 100 reviews
    #3 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Junior: I transferred to NSD after living abroad for 5 years, and at first, I was worried that the level of education would not be the same as what I had in Europe. However, I love it here. The teachers are so passionate about what they do, and the students are so motivated to do well, and the counselors are great. There are many opportunities for higher level courses, and lots of ways to connect with peers. However, one thing I struggle with is the diversity, at least at my school. It is a mainly upper-middle class white student body with some students of color, and coming from abroad, it is a lack of diversity I am not used to. However, all in all, NSD is great!...Read 100 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A+
      Teachers
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  4. Palouse School District

    • School District
    • PALOUSE, WA
    • 5 reviews
    #4 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: I have attend elementary, middle and high school at the Palouse school district. My experience here has been excellent. I have earned a quality education and the main reason for this is the one on one attention that received from my teachers. Our teachers at Palouse honestly care about our futures and our feelings. If you're having a bad day you can't make through the class with out a teacher asking if you're okay. Another reason I love the Palouse school district is because of the family feeling. Not only are the teachers very nice and caring but the students are as well. Coming in as a freshman into high school can be very scary but the upperclassmen were very welcoming; this is not a very common thing. If you were to walk the halls of my school you would see all kinds of students conversing with one another. Attending this school has been an excellent experience...Read 5 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  5. Bickleton School District

    • School District
    • BICKLETON, WA
    • 1 review
    #5 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Junior: My overall experience with Bickleton School District was pretty good. The school district has excellent teachers who work diligently to prepare students like me for the future that lies ahead of us. From what I've seen from other schools our school has a pretty good education program. The only thing I don't personally like about Bickleton is the fact that there isn't a lot of motivation for the students, at least in grades 7-12. Students aren't very ongoing and diligent. However, overall I give this school a rating of 4 out of 5 stars because it has a great education program and I think that matters the most. The administration, teachers, school board, etc. really do work diligently and meticulously to make all of the students into better people; they also help us prepare and plan for the future...Read 1 Review

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  6. Davenport School District

    • School District
    • DAVENPORT, WA
    • 2 reviews
    #6 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: Davenport is a small and loving community that always has your back. Davenport is the place that you feel safe in. And also has great academics and lots of support if needed.Read 2 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  9. Colfax School District

    • School District
    • COLFAX, WA
    • 8 reviews
    #7 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Alum: The teachers were very interactive and overall good. They offered college in the high school which really helped me in college, I was a semester ahead of everyone else. Teachers encouraged your involvement in extracurricular activities, I was a three-sport athlete. There wasn't much diversity in our school and we weren't great at involving new kids because most of us were born and raised in Colfax. Most of the teachers have or have had kids go through the school system so it is very family-oriented. I love going back and seeing changes that have been made. The school is currently undergoing a massive remodel that will add a lot of new opportunities for kids...Read 8 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  10. Mercer Island School District

    • School District
    • MERCER ISLAND, WA
    • 23 reviews
    #8 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: Mercer Island has a spirit like no other school! The community is very connected and supportive. However, there is not much diversity.Read 23 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  11. Tumwater School District

    • School District
    • TUMWATER, WA
    • 37 reviews
    #9 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: Tumwater School District has high quality staff, administration, and teachers. I have been in the Tumwater School District for 12 years now, and I have had nothing but positive experiences with each and every staff member. I have always been encouraged to challenge myself in my learning, and I would not be who I am today without the selfless individuals who have guided me here. The Tumwater School District staff not only encourage academic success, but also individual success on a personal level. I feel that Tumwater as a city lacks diversity in culture, and it shows in the school systems. However, the school district continues to provide resources and opportunities to encourage and support diversity in every aspect...Read 37 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  12. Bellevue School District

    • School District
    • BELLEVUE, WA
    • 129 reviews
    #10 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Junior: Bellevue School district is a great place for academia and extracurricular activities. These include music and the arts as well. There are vast opportunities for students like me to explore, grow and strengthen their interests, leadership and themselves. They also excel in providing technology to students in relation to academics. However, with the loads of activities students have to do in balancing grades and extracurriculars because very stressful. Though it pressures us to learn how to manage our time, it still brings much stress for students and it isn't easy for some of us to manage much of that time with taking care of ourselves at the same time. Regardless of the stress it can cause, it also creates a strong sense of community as many students go through stresses together. Overall, Bellevue school district is a good and wealthy district where there is a great, but not perfect, community...Read 129 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  13. Richland School District

    • School District
    • RICHLAND, WA
    • 68 reviews
    #11 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Junior: My overall experience in the Richland school district has been good. I have had my share of bad teachers but the good teachers are more frequent. The programs and classes at my school allow people to get a lot of experience and knowledge. The administrators are all awesome! They have each student in their best interest. My counselor has hundreds of students and she’s memorized all of our names and knows most everyone personally. The principles and top administrators are all great people who work hard for the students. The culture of my high school is above average in quality. We have a lot of people who value knowledge and education...Read 68 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  14. Olympia School District

    • School District
    • OLYMPIA, WA
    • 64 reviews
    #12 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Freshman: As someone who’s gone to the schools in this district for her entire life, the experience and stats say that Olympia School District is definitely the best district in Thurston County. Now that I’m a Freshman at Olympia High School, I’m amazed by all the great opportunities this school has to offer so far. So many great teachers who make their students feel safe and comfortable to reach out for support and guidance. There are also several seniors who attend top schools such as Standford and Ivy Leagues each year...Read 64 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  15. White River School District

    • School District
    • BUCKLEY, WA
    • 53 reviews
    #13 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: White River is an amazing school district. The staff are understanding and always there to help! The learning process is outstanding with teacher's providing freedom in the classroom. In a research class, I had a classmate that was allowed to paint and redecorate a classroom in order to test student's learning. This was possible because of the freedom and support from the administration and school district. The high school AP program is above and beyond with supporting students through learning and lifting one another up. Throughout COVID-19, AP teacher's continued to greatly support students toward passing the test. I was able to earn the score of a five on all my AP tests this year, but I could not have done it without the support from my teachers. I even had former teacher's encourage me throughout the process, which meant the world to me, especially with the vast changes of schooling due to COVID-19. I am a high achieving student because of this school district...Read 53 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  16. Issaquah School District

    • School District
    • ISSAQUAH, WA
    • 87 reviews
    #14 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: Overall Issaquah School District has been a great experience. They have worked hard to make sure that students are getting the education needed and doing everything they can to accommodate students as best as possible. Especially during this pandemic, they have sent emails to provide information on what is allowed and what is needed to be done while online school is occurring. The way the schedule is for online school is very stressful for students, specifically on Mondays and Tuesdays. I think they could make the schedule less confusing and stressful by changing the Monday-Tuesday schedule to the Thursday-Friday schedule...Read 87 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  17. Pullman Public Schools

    • School District
    • PULLMAN, WA
    • 7 reviews
    #15 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Alum: Growing up in the Pullman School District was one of the biggest blessings of living where I lived; the schools knew what to do when educating youth, but they may have been too homework heavy. The schools in this area are phenomenal. We are rated as some of the top schools in Washington, and Washington's education is already top-rated in the country. The teachers are excellent, the classes well-structured and informative, and the environment is safe and warm. However, because this school wanted the students to achieve incredible academic excellence there was an overload of homework in many classes. The school could benefit from working with what motivates the students to learn, study, and grow. Overall, these schools are a cut above the rest because of their excellent, education, teachers, and environment...Read 7 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  18. Asotin-Anatone School District

    • School District
    • ASOTIN, WA
    • 8 reviews
    #16 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: Asotin is a great place for kids to learn. It has a small number of students per class, so your kids will get a very good learning experience. They will also get an opportunity to bond with their teachers...Read 8 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  19. Lake Washington School District

    • School District
    • REDMOND, WA
    • 79 reviews
    #17 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Junior: I cannot compare the Lake Washington School district with any other school district because I have always been in the Lake Washington school district. But from my experience so far I would say it is one of the best school districts because of the sheer amount of resources provided. Not only does the Lake Washington School district provide great resources, but they also provide great education. Most of the teachers are exceptional...Read 79 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  22. Mossyrock School District

    • School District
    • MOSSYROCK, WA
    • 5 reviews
    #18 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Alum: Mossyrock School District is a stellar establishment. I have experienced Mossyrock Elementary, Junior High, and High School. Mossyrock is a small community surrounded by other small communities. Over the years many surrounding school districts have combined resources in order to provide a better experience for their students, but often times this led extra stress for students and staff. Mossyrock has always been ahead of the game when it comes to applying for grants, sending teachers for training, and improving the facility, so they have not had to make a change. Throughout my years at Mossyrock I gained meaningful relationships not only ... with my teachers and various staff members but also with my peers. I have been an alumna for many years now and I still keep in touch with my peers. Mossyrock School has succeeded in their attempts to cultivate a safe environment for students to learn and blossom into well rounded adults, and I couldn't be prouder to be a product of that success...Read 5 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  23. Cashmere School District

    • School District
    • CASHMERE, WA
    • 9 reviews
    #19 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: The close, tight-knit community at Cashmere is what makes it so very special. The teachers do what they can to connect with every student. While the students do what they can to be involved and connect with each other. My experience in the Cashmere School District was one I’ll never forget and I hope others in the future can say the same...Read 9 Reviews

    • A minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 18:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  24. Waterville School District

    • School District
    • WATERVILLE, WA
    • 6 reviews
    #20 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Parent: What a great School! We have been very pleased with our child's experience in the elementary so far. We love that the school is a Leader in Me school that is teaching principles that the business world spends big training dollars for. This is above and beyond government mandates. What a great community. We are not excited about the sports combine with Mansfield and are looking forward to the day JH sports are back in Waterville. ...Read 6 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  25. Wilbur School District

    • School District
    • WILBUR, WA
    • 1 review
    #21 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: I liked the small class sizes and sense of community. I would like to see more college credit and advanced placement classes.Read 1 Review

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  26. Port Townsend School District

    • School District
    • PORT TOWNSEND, WA
    • 10 reviews
    #22 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: This school is in a small community. Class sizes are average about 25 students to 1 teacher. Teachers and admin staff are amazing and helpful. Classes such as foreign languages there is not much to choose from. Sports there is not much to choose from either, might be better if there were co-ed sports such as swimming or were able to offer archery. There is are clubs but I wouldn't say there is a large variety/diversity to them. College readiness I think for a small school they do a good job, but there is room for improvement, especially navigating it during Covid19...Read 10 Reviews

    • B
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A
      Teachers
    • 16:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  27. University Place School District

    • School District
    • UNIVERSITY PLACE, WA
    • 26 reviews
    #23 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: I like that University Place is like a family away from home as most students have grown up together. That being said, as a newcomer in the 8th grade, it was difficult at first to make friends, but playing sports helped. University Place high school needs to improve with the course selections. There is not many choices for electives. The teachers are approachable for the most part and are available for help before and after school. The student population as a whole, cares about each other and the school. The facilities at school are awesome, especially, the pool which is one of the best in the state of Washington! The science department could use an update. The culinary facilities are great and provide opportunities to learn about food industry...Read 26 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A minus
      Teachers
    • 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  28. Reardan-Edwall School District

    • School District
    • REARDAN, WA
    • 11 reviews
    #24 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Junior: A lot of nice people. Classes are not very hard but you do learn things. A lot of sports involvement and good community. It's a good place to be and you won't regret coming here. I've made friends for life...Read 11 Reviews

    • B minus
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A minus
      Teachers
    • 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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  29. Nooksack Valley School District

    • School District
    • EVERSON, WA
    • 11 reviews
    #25 Districts with the Best Teachers in Washington

    Senior: I loved how because it was such a small school that everyone knew each other, or at least recognized everyone's faces. Students would always say hi in the hall ways, you could always find someone to sit with during lunch, and the teaches went out of their way to help the students. The only problem I had with the school was how much athletics was worshiped at the school. I myself was a dual varsity athlete for two years, but I still didn't approve of how everyone treated the football or basketball stars, even the teachers. It's great that the school can rally behind its teams, but it's not great when the teams can get away with vandalism and other illegal activities for simply being a good athlete. Overall Nooksack is an amazing school, and I couldn't have wished for a better high school experience...Read 11 Reviews

    • B+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • A minus
      Teachers
    • 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    • Private School
    • RESTON, VA
    • 4-12
    • 1 review

    Parent: We finally found a school that not only could keep up with our children's appetite for learning, but made learning fun and stretched them. They come home happy every day, even after taking Physics in 8th grade. Worth every penny. The teachers are engaging, the administration is dedicated, and the students want to learn...Read 1 Review

    • 63 Students
    • 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    St. John's Episcopal School

    • Private School
    • OLNEY, MD
    • PK, K-8
    • 10 reviews

    Parent: St. John's is providing an excellent academic and social environment for our children in middle school. They were not being challenged as much as they needed in our local public school, so we switched from MCPS, and couldn't be happier. They are not only challenged academically at St. John's, but they are also encouraged to think on a deeper level about their faith, which is important to our family. Opportunities abound for involvement in leadership activities, the arts and athletics. The small school setting allows all the children to get to know each other, no matter what grade they're in, so it feels more like a big family. We love that STJES is also teaching them life skills such as talking to their teachers/adults, public speaking, respecting one another, as well as advocating for themselves. Additionally, there is an emphasis on community service within and outside of the school throughout the year. It's been a great experience, and we're very thankful to have found St. John's!...Read 10 Reviews

    • A
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 179 Students
    • 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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    St. John's College High School

    • Private School
    • CHEVY CHASE, DC
    • 9-12
    • 243 reviews

    Senior: I’ve loved my time at SJC! It took a little bit of time to get used to as a freshman because of how technologically dependent the school is. Most, if not all, work is done on the IPad which is great for so many reasons. The student life is amazing and staff want to see you succeed. However, some of the older teachers tend to get stuck in their ways of teaching and need to modernize their methods. Overall, SJC is a great environment for high schoolers, especially those athletically and academically driven...Read 243 Reviews

    • A+
      Overall Niche Grade
    • 1,240 Students
    • 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
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