Greater Seattle Area Information

Education

EARLY LEARNING
Recent research, much of it conducted in Seattle, has left no doubt as to how critical the first years are in preparing children for a lifetime of success.

As a result, early learning has become the starting point for many local and statewide efforts to ensure that all children will be able to compete for 21st century jobs.
Early learning resources for parents

K-12 EDUCATION
Seattle Public Schools is the largest system in the state and region, serving 45,800 students in 97 schools.

Other large districts include Tacoma (31,694 students); Kent (27,393 students); Lake Washington (24,332 students); Federal Way (22,975 students); Edmonds (21,442 students); Puyallup (20,714 students); and Northshore (20,713).
K-12 education resources for parents and students

POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION
Students coming from high school and professionals looking to improve job skills have numerous opportunities for post-secondary education in the greater Seattle area.

Many students attend Washington state's two public research universities: University of Washington and Washington State University.

Additionally, students can choose from excellent private colleges and universities, and one of the strongest community and technical college systems in the nation.
Higher education resources