Best Schools in Issaquah, Washington
25 schools · 13 Elementary · 4 Middle · 4 High · 4 Other
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Use this page to compare every school in Issaquah by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Endeavour Elementary School
Elementary · Issaquah School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Discovery Elementary
Elementary · Issaquah School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
Grand Ridge Elementary
Elementary · Issaquah School District. Ranked from real test data; use the map and table below to check address fit.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in Issaquah for 2026 are Endeavour Elementary School (9.2/10), Discovery Elementary (9.0/10), and Grand Ridge Elementary (8.9/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 17 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
25
15 public · 10 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$1,132,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Schools
25
15 public · 10 private
Avg Score
7.4
out of 10
Median Home
$1,132,900
home value · ACS
District
1
serving the city
Rates 9.2/10 despite 9% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 1.5 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among Issaquah schools.
STAAR proficiency rose +6.7 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among Issaquah schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in Issaquah
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (17 of 25). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Endeavour Elementary School | 9.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Discovery Elementary | 9.0 / 10 |
| 3 | Grand Ridge Elementary | 8.9 / 10 |
| 4 | Clark Elementary | 8.8 / 10 |
| 5 | Bright Horizons at the Highlands | 8.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Beaver Lake Middle School | 8.3 / 10 |
| 7 | Challenger Elementary | 8.1 / 10 |
| 8 | Issaquah High School | 7.9 / 10 |
| 9 | Pacific Cascade Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 10 | Eastside Community School | 7.8 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 7.4/10
- Median household income
- $188,020
- Median home value
- $1,132,900
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 72%
- Avg commute
- 30 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 74%
58% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How Issaquah compares
Washington rank
#27 of 193
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+1.0
above Washington avg (6.4)
Median household income
$188k
211% of Washington median
Schools in this city
19
About Schools in Issaquah, Washington
Issaquah, Washington has 15 ranked public schools with a city-wide average score of 7.5 out of 10. Nine of those 15 schools — 60% — score 7 or above. That balance is significant for parents comparing districts: strong performance is spread across Issaquah's campuses rather than confined to a small number that families must compete for specifically.
The top five tell the fuller story. Endeavour Elementary School leads the city at 9.5 out of 10. Challenger Elementary follows at 9.2, and Grand Ridge Elementary sits at 9.1. Clark Elementary (8.9) and Beaver Lake Middle School (8.6) complete the top five. Four of those five are elementary schools, a pattern that makes Issaquah's early grades the district's clearest strength and a natural focus for families still in the enrollment planning stage.
Middle school performance extends that consistency. Beaver Lake Middle School scores 8.6, placing it fifth in the city and above the 7.5 city-wide average. That average signals something important: with nine schools scoring 7 or above and a mean of 7.5 across all 15, the schools outside the top five are supporting the overall number, not pulling it down. Issaquah's floor is as noteworthy as its ceiling.
Practical takeaway for parents: the 60% rate of schools scoring 7 or above means consistent quality is accessible across most of the district, not just at the top. Families prioritizing the highest-ranked campuses should center their search on Endeavour, Challenger, and Grand Ridge — all three clear 9.0 and sit at the elementary level. Families with less ability to choose a specific campus still find favorable odds in Issaquah: nine of 15 schools score 7 or above, and the 7.5 district average signals a field deep enough to support good outcomes regardless of assignment.
Elementary Schools
13 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 478 students · Kindergarten–5th | 9.2 | ||
| 2 | 543 students · Pre-K–5th | 9.0 | ||
| 3 | 547 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.9 | ||
| 4 | 601 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.8 | ||
| 5 | 395 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.1 | ||
| 6 | 620 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.7 | ||
| Private Schools 7 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Bright Horizons at the Highlands
Private
65 students · Kindergarten–3rd | 8.6 | ||
| 2 | Eastside Community School
Private
142 students · Pre-K–8th | 7.8 | ||
| 3 | Snoqualmie Springs School
Private
73 students · Pre-K–2nd | 4.9 | ||
| 4 | Lakeside Montessori School
Private
9 students · Pre-K–Kindergarten | — | ||
Show all 13 elementary schools in Issaquah
Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models, so scores are not directly comparable across school types.
Middle Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 771 students · 6th–8th | 8.3 |
| 2 | 646 students · 6th–8th | 7.8 |
| 3 | 768 students · 6th–8th | 6.6 |
| 4 | 621 students · 6th–8th | 6.4 |
High Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2,452 students · 9th–12th | 7.9 | ||
| 2 | 194 students · 9th–12th | 6.0 | ||
| Private Schools 2 schools Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Pacific Learning Academy
Private
37 students · 7th–12th | 6.9 | ||
| 2 | Brightmont Academy - Sammamish
Private
17 students · 6th–12th | — | ||
Other Schools
4 schools| # | School | Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 6.8 | ||
| 2 | 107 students · Pre-K–Pre-K | 5.8 | ||
| 3 | 100 students · Pre-K–12th | 4.2 | ||
| Private Schools 1 school Private and public school ratings use different data sources and scoring models. Scores are not directly comparable across school types. | ||||
| 1 | Dartmoor School
Private
14 students · 4th–12th | — | ||
Schools in Issaquah
Issaquah, Washington · 25 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 3 ZIP codes
Median Income
$188,020
Median Home Value
$1,132,900
Median Rent
$2,680/mo
Population
84,496
College Educated
72%
Homeownership
74%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
4.8%
Community Profile
Issaquah has a median household income of $188,020. It is a well-educated community where 72% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,132,900, with a median rent of $2,680/month. The local poverty rate of 4.8% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Washington
- Elementary
- 13
- Middle
- 4
- High
- 4
- Other
- 4
Resources
School District
Nearby Cities
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Top metros statewide by school count.
How we rate schools
A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.
See how we rateFrequently Asked Questions
Common questions about schools in Issaquah, Washington
How many schools are in Issaquah, Washington?
Issaquah has 25 schools, including 15 public and 10 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in Issaquah, Washington?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in Issaquah is 7.4 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in Issaquah, Washington?
The top-ranked school in Issaquah on MySchoolScout is Endeavour Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in Issaquah, Washington?
The top-ranked elementary school in Issaquah on MySchoolScout is Endeavour Elementary School with a composite score of 9.2/10.
What is the best middle school in Issaquah, Washington?
The top-ranked middle school in Issaquah on MySchoolScout is Beaver Lake Middle School with a composite score of 8.3/10.
What is the best high school in Issaquah, Washington?
The top-ranked high school in Issaquah on MySchoolScout is Issaquah High School with a composite score of 7.9/10.
How many school districts serve Issaquah, Washington?
Issaquah is served by 1 school district: Issaquah School District.
What is the education level in Issaquah, Washington?
According to Census data, 72% of adults in Issaquah have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in Issaquah, Washington?
The median household income in Issaquah is approximately $188,020 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
Are there private schools in Issaquah, Washington?
Yes, Issaquah has 10 private schools alongside 15 public schools. The top-rated private school is Bright Horizons at the Highlands with a score of 8.6/10.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Issaquah, Washington?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in Issaquah is 13.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in Issaquah, Washington?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Washington Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.