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College Success Award
These are some of the best public high schools in Seattle 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.
Districts
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Seattle Public Schools
51,238 students | SEATTLE, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 113 schools -
Highline School District
18,048 students | BURIEN, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 47 schools -
Renton School District
15,230 students | RENTON, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 32 schools -
Tukwila School District
2,715 students | TUKWILA, WA
Grades PK, K-12 | 8 schools -
Seattle Central Community College
0 students | SEATTLE, WA
Grades 9-12 | 1 school -
University Of Washington (17904)
0 students | SEATTLE, WA
Grades 11-12 | 1 school -
South Seattle Community College (Cc District #6)
0 students | SEATTLE, WA
Grades 9-12 | 1 school
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Reviews From Schools in Seattle
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Parent / Guardian
September 13, 2025
Excellent school with small classes and a supportive staff.
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Queen Anne Elementary School
Parent / Guardian
September 10, 2025
We learned of Matheia from family friends, and it’s been a great experience. The size of the school (40-55 students total, K-5th) and the fact that every class works with every teacher means that,... More
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Matheia School
Parent / Guardian
September 07, 2025
My child is in second grade, and since the new principal started last year, our experience has been nothing but positive. The teachers are wonderful, and the staff is always supportive. The IEP... More
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Pathfinder K-8