2020 Best International Baccalaureate Schools in the Seattle AreaAbout this List

Annie Wright Schools

• Private School
• Tacoma, WA
• PK, K-12
• 81 reviews

Parent: My children both graduated from AWS, and I am compelled to write this review because they are so wonderfully prepared for college. Thank you Annie Wright! The care and professionalism demonstrated by the teachers is amazing. My kids are not only academically prepared, they know how to advocate for themselves, and build relationships with their professors at college. They have started the boys school now I hear, and although I had some reservations initially, I do agree that this extraordinary IB education should be available to all kids in the South Sound. This school is making a difference in the lives of kids, families and helping the development of the region.
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• A+

• 574 Students
• 6:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Interlake Senior High School

• Bellevue School District, WA
• 9-12
• 342 reviews

Freshman: I just completed my freshman year at Interlake and I absolutely loved it. Although Interlake is known as the "IB school" and is considered academically focused, we still have super fun clubs and athletics. The teachers there are amazing. They seem to really care about you and your challenges in high school and are SUPER friendly. AP exams are pretty big in our school. To prepare for these exams, some teachers host review sessions on weekend at school in order to prepare you more for the exams. Yeah, so teachers are great! The administration can be kind of rude once in a while, but most of the time they help you with whatever. All in all, Interlake is a fantastic school with a great, supportive community.
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• A+

• 1,653 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Skyline High School

• Issaquah School District, WA
• 9-12
• 440 reviews

Senior: Skyline High School is a very rigorous learning environment. They offer IB courses and IB diploma in place of AP classes. They also offer running start where you can get college credit or obtain a full associates degree by the time you graduate college. Overall, skyline has many educational opportunities. However, skyline’s students are extremely stressed and anxious and the environment is not good for developing as a person.
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• A+

• 2,203 Students
• 25:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Ingraham High School

• Seattle Public Schools, WA
• 9-12
• 186 reviews

Senior: I really like Ingraham. People are very accepting here and everyone is pretty kind; I feel like people are less judgemental at IHS than at other high schools in the area (i.e. Roosevelt, Ballard, etc). The teachers are caring and great. There are a lot of places to eat around the campus. I have met some of my best friends here! There is a big difference though between IB and non-IB and the two groups tend not to interact very much, which is not good.
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• A

• 1,344 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

West Sound Academy

• Private School
• Poulsbo, WA
• 6-12
• 16 reviews

Senior: West Sound Academy is a very comfortable environment to learn in. The teachers are generally good and administration is more than willing to work with students to problem solve when issues arise. The culture of the school is caring and open-minded. One issue that I notice at West Sound Academy is the startling lack of diversity for an International Baccalaureate school. The student body is overwhelmingly caucasian. Despite this lack in diversity, West Sound Academy does a good job encouraging exchange students to share their culture and to not merely adopt the culture of the United States but to create more of an equal trade between their own culture and the culture they are surrounded by in the Pacific Northwest.
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• A

• 115 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Inglemoor High School

• Northshore School District, WA
• 10-12
• 428 reviews

Senior: Inglemoor Highschool is a place of many different groups striving towards academic achievement. The school is an IB focused school but even those who do not participate are capable of having an experience they won’t forget. The teachers drive you towards success and do so with smiles and encouragement. While the homework load may be larger and more difficult than other schools, the difficulty will leave college feeling like a breeze as you have been properly prepared for it. The community stands out in spite of the heavy academic focus and there are groups of people for everyone who looks to create long term friends and memories. Overall it is a very good school with very few flaws.
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• A

• 1,400 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Edmonds Woodway High School

• Edmonds School District, WA
• 9-12
• 315 reviews

Alum: I really loved attending Edmonds Woodway. While I had some reservations at first, transfering from a neighboring middle school, I really found my place in the school community. The teachers are awesome, and the IB program which is offered here is so beneficial. There are so many activities to get involved in with sports, clubs, and leadership. Although not perfect, this school has so much to offer!
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• A

• 1,642 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Harrison Preparatory School

• Clover Park School District, WA
• 6-12
• 77 reviews

Sophomore: Harrison Preparatory is an IB school that provides students with a challenging curriculum that help us for college and / or university. Besides this, Harrison Prep is a middle school and a high school combined. This makes the transition from middle to high school go very smoothly. Though some students might complain about not getting the typical "high school experience" as the school does not provide sport activities, the school provides many other clubs such as the High School Chamber Choir which earned the superior rating again this year along with the Knowledge Bowl Club placing first along with many other clubs.
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• A-

• 668 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Sumner High School

• Sumner School District, WA
• 9-12
• 254 reviews

Senior: I enjoyed the challenging, captivating classes that were offered within this establishment. One critique I would offer is to possess a wider variety of interesting courses to students. The emphasis on student leadership within this school is an extremely important aspect of this schools environment which contributes to the positive atmosphere of the school. The large majority of teachers and faculty are extremely kind and approachable, and are eager to offer extra support if a student is struggling or has questions. I had a good experience here!
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• B+

• 1,871 Students
• 24:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Thomas Jefferson High School

• Federal Way Public Schools, WA
• 9-12
• 276 reviews

Senior: Thomas Jefferson High School is an amazing family oriented, cultural diverse were every student is valued. All the Staff and Teachers are all very loving and caring towards their students. The International Baccalaureate Program run by the amazing Carol Lee is a very good program that is used though the whole campus curriculum putting all scholars up to their fullest potential. The Performing Arts is amazing including Band, Orchestra,Choir,Musical Theater and Dance team. The Sports teams are run by amazing Coaches. School Spirit is well run through out the whole school. The AVID program run by the amazing Marilyn Schumacher is a program that has set many of our scholars ready for college. Many of the AVID strategies taught in the AVID Classes have been used in throughout the campus helping every scholar.
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• B+

• 1,766 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Mount Rainier High School

• Highline School District, WA
• 9-12
• 243 reviews

Alum: I appreciated some of the staff at Mount Rainier, as they helped guide me on the right pathway to college and supported me as an individual. However, my schedule was altered my freshman year and was placed in the “Cultural geography” history class with a teacher who majored in English and had just started teaching. At this point in my life, I have almost no knowledge of American history and little knowledge of world history. Overall, the school itself wasn’t bad. The administration was a little uptight about certain things that didn’t seem relevant when I went there but I made it through alright. There are college readiness programs, but I wish there were better programs for students who don’t wish to go to college or where college isn’t the best choice for them so they have a chance to succeed and survive without a college education.
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• B

• 1,671 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Chief Sealth International High School

• Seattle Public Schools, WA
• 9-12
• 209 reviews

Senior: I'd say as a whole overall experience at Sealth, I enjoyed my time there. Personally, I am a full IB diploma student so I was able to form bonds with my teachers and be comfortable in the classroom asking questions. I do well academically and IB sure is challenging, but it teaches valuable skills that I know will prepare me for college and whatever I want to pursue. Overall, the teachers and staff care about the students and can definitely provide you the help you need whether it be direct or a suggestion for a resource that you can use. The environment and/or atmosphere of the school is mostly divided. It may be a diverse school which can provide perspectives of people from all types of different backgrounds. There are just cliques or groups of students and the norm is to stay within your group, hence there is not much mixing.
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• B

• 1,118 Students
• 19:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lincoln High School

• Tacoma School District, WA
• 9-12
• 261 reviews

Senior: Lincoln High School is a very diverse and friendly school. From the outside, it might look like an old and boring school but once stepped inside, you can totally feel the warm welcoming atmosphere. Students at Lincoln High School are very diverse, composed of many different races, ethnicities, and of course, different backgrounds. However, every kids are treated the same, no more no less, everyone are the same at Lincoln High School. One of my favorite things about Lincoln High School is that the teachers give off a very positive and friendly vibe, they always try to bring out the best of students, try to make school feels like home to the students. They always try to stay on their best, showing their best sides even though they're having tough moments.
Though one thing I want Lincoln to change is the involvement of the students in school related activities. I think that the school needs to improve more on getting students to get involved.
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• B

• 1,509 Students
• 20:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Kent-Meridian High School

• Kent School District, WA
• 9-12
• 337 reviews

Alum: Kent-Meridian is a school that does not deserve its negative reputation. One of the most diverse schools in the US, it celebrates each race and culture that the student body and faculty represent. KM also provides many academic routes to its students. Those in 9th-10th grade may enter the Tech Academy, which designs its curriculum to be project-based and more challenging than a core class. The school also offers Running Start and the International Baccalaureate Certificate/Diploma Programme for 11th-12th graders who want to push themselves further and prepare themselves for the college-level experience. For students who are less academically inclined, the school ensures that its teachers are patient and accommodating to each individual.
I attended KM for all four years and was heavily encouraged to participate in sports, clubs, other programs that helped me be a well-rounded student. With Dr. Barringer as its principal and an amazing administration, KM is a great school for everyone!
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• B

• 2,084 Students
• 22:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Renton Senior High School

• Renton School District, WA
• 9-12
• 271 reviews

Senior: Without a doubt, I love Renton High School. Before I moved to Renton, I was always afraid that I'd be surrounded by many Caucasian people-- people that didn't look like me. I was afraid that I'd be the small Filipino girl left out of the crowd because I was different; this was not the case. Renton High School had a diversity like no other! I felt very comfortable surrounded by students and staff that respected each other regardless of their skin color. The annual Multicultural Show at the school showed me that the school not only has diversity but also celebrates it by having students showcase the pride they radiate in their culture.
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• B-

• 1,310 Students
• 21:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Foss High School

• Tacoma School District, WA
• 9-12
• 182 reviews

Senior: Absolutely loved the kids and teachers there; overall an extreme,y welcoming space. The small school setting allows for individual students to succeed and figure out who they are without being overwhelmed. However there are some drawbacks, the way the school treats the IB program is incredibly biased and often full IB students are given special treatment and favoritism. Also, the school lacks a great deal of funding.
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• B-

• 801 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Rainier Beach High School

• Seattle Public Schools, WA
• 9-12
• 79 reviews

Senior: The school at the south end side of Seattle is one of the most diverse schools in the whole city. In my enrollment to this high school in my freshman year I was never left out of things happening in school. Everyone there was very welcoming and great that as a freshman made me want to include other freshman's alike who were left out to be included to something in their interest. Overall my experience at Rainier Beach High School has been really great, the school spirit is infectious, the staff are always there for the students, and the students are always friendly.
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• C+

• 690 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Bethel High School

• Bethel School District, WA
• 9-12
• 244 reviews

Alum: Bethel High School is a school for all and many. This is the school to where you can feel welcomed! Anyone and I mean anyone can feel welcomed in this diverse, multi-cultured school! Bethel offers students, teachers, and staff to work off each other and to cooperate. I myself, graduated (2015) with such high hopes that I can face the real world and appreciate all who believed in me.
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• C+

• 1,674 Students
• 23:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

St. Luke School

• Private School
• Shoreline, WA
• PK, K-8

• NG

• 310 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio