Lake Washington School District operates 51 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Lake Washington School District | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 29,000 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 51 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $13,000/yr | $13,700/yr | ≈ Near avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 10/10 — Excellent | — | Top 10% in WA |
- Benjamin Rush Elementary — Grades K–5 · 631 students
- Louisa May Alcott Elementary — Grades K–5 · 615 students
- Lakeview Elementary — Grades K–5 · 602 students
- Peter Kirk Elementary — Grades K–5 · 592 students
- Margaret Mead Elementary — Grades K–5 · 580 students
- Rose Hill Elementary — Grades K–5 · 570 students
- Mark Twain Elementary — Grades K–5 · 550 students
- Samantha Smith Elementary — Grades K–5 · 545 students
- Redmond Elementary — Grades K–5 · 543 students
- Alexander Graham Bell Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 503 students
- Rachel Carson Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 486 students
- Elizabeth Blackwell Elementary — Grades K–5 · 478 students
- Christa Mcauliffe Elementary — Grades K–5 · 472 students
- Benjamin Franklin Elementary — Grades K–5 · 452 students
- Clara Barton Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 452 students
- Rosa Parks Elementary — Grades K–5 · 450 students
- Albert Einstein Elementary — Grades K–5 · 448 students
- John J. Audubon Elementary — Grades K–5 · 431 students
- Robert Frost Elementary — Grades K–5 · 424 students
- Norman Rockwell Elementary — Grades K–5 · 423 students
- Henry David Thoreau Elementary — Grades K–5 · 404 students
- Ella Baker Elementary School — Grades K–5 · 401 students
- Juanita Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 394 students
- Carl Sandburg Elementary — Grades PK–5 · 391 students
- Horace Mann Elementary — Grades K–5 · 387 students
- + 8 more elementary schools
- Inglewood Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,229 students
- Redmond Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 1,009 students
- Rose Hill Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 901 students
- Timberline Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 788 students
- Evergreen Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 761 students
- Kirkland Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 746 students
- Finn Hill Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 664 students
- Kamiakin Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 573 students
- Environmental & Adventure School — Grades 6–8 · 138 students
- Stella Schola — Grades 6–8 · 90 students
- Northstar Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 85 students
- Renaissance School of Art and Reasoning — Grades 6–8 · 80 students
- Eastlake High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,481 students
- Redmond High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,304 students
- Lake Washington High School — Grades 9–12 · 2,081 students
- Juanita High School — Grades 9–12 · 1,778 students
- Nikola Tesla STEM High School — Grades 9–12 · 605 students
- Washington Network for Innovative Careers Skill Center — Grades 9–12 · 266 students
- Emerson High School — Grades 9–12 · 67 students
- International Community School — Grades 6–12 · 421 students
- Emerson K-12 — Grades K–12 · 67 students
- Contractual Schools — Grades PK–12 · 10 students
About Lake Washington School District
Zip code 98033 in Kirkland, Washington is served by Lake Washington School District for public school enrollment. The district covers grades Pre-K – 12th. This page provides a data-driven overview of Lake Washington School District’s funding levels, size, rating, and what families should know before enrolling or making a housing decision in this area.
Funding and Resources
According to NCES 2024–2025, Lake Washington School District spends approximately $13,000 per student per year, placing it 10% below the Washington state average of approximately $14,500 and near the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Near-average districts typically provide core academic programs with adequate staffing, though program breadth may be more limited than in higher-funded systems. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
At 51 schools serving grades Pre-K – 12th, Lake Washington School District qualifies as a very large district serving students from Pre-K – 12th. The district enrolls approximately 29,000 students in total. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 10/10 Rating
With a rating of 10/10 (top-tier), Lake Washington School District ranks among Washington’s top-tier-rated school systems. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Washington is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Lake Washington School District ranks among the highest-performing public school districts in Washington on state assessments, with reading and math proficiency rates in roughly the top 10–20% statewide. Homes in and around zip code 98033 often carry a measurable premium relative to neighboring areas served by lower-rated districts. Families moving here for academic strength will find a district whose students test well above the state norm. Even within top-rated districts, individual school performance varies — confirm your specific school assignments directly with the district.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 98033
Children in zip code 98033 are assigned to Lake Washington School District for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 98033, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Lake Washington School District at (425)936-1200 or visit www.lwsd.org. Typical enrollment documents include proof of address, a government-issued birth certificate, immunization records, and any existing school records or IEP documentation. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Washington districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Kirkland
For families considering a purchase in the Kirkland area, district assignment matters financially. Because Lake Washington School District serves zip code 98033, homes in and around zip code 98033 often carry a measurable premium over comparable properties in adjacent lower-rated districts. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Washington, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Lake Washington School District programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 98033.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Lake Washington School District before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 98033 data.