Schools – Learn and Compare Washington Schools
Why School Information Matters in Your Real Estate Decision
Whether you’re buying or selling a home in the Seattle Eastside area—including Kirkland, Redmond, Bellevue, Woodinville, Sammamish, Issaquah, Bothell and beyond—schools and school district performance are a key factor in market appeal. Access to up‑to‑date, objective school data helps families feel confident in their choices and can influence home values and buyer interest.
Our goal is to help you understand how to use Washington’s official school information to make informed decisions about where to live and what impacts local demand.
Understanding the Washington State OSPI Report Card
In Washington, school performance and district data are compiled and published by the Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction (OSPI) through the Washington State Report Card. This statewide resource presents a variety of objective measures for all public schools and districts in Washington.
Where to explore: OSPI’s official State Report Card is available at
https://reportcard.ospi.k12.wa.us/
This site allows you to search for a specific school or school district and view detailed performance data.
What Information the OSPI Report Card Provides
The OSPI Report Card includes multiple data points that families commonly review when comparing school options:
📊 Academic Performance
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Assessment results in English Language Arts, math, and science.
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Performance broken down by grade, and in some cases by student subgroup (e.g., by ELA proficiency, math proficiency).
🎓 Graduation & Progress
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Graduation rates for high schools and districts.
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Tracking of student growth over time relative to state standards.
👩🏫 Teacher & Classroom Data
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Teacher qualifications and staffing information.
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Student‑to‑teacher ratios and other indicators of learning environments.
📈 Demographics
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Enrollment numbers by school or district.
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Student diversity and subgroup breakdowns.
All of this data can help you understand the context in which students are learning and how schools compare across different metrics.
How to Use the OSPI Report Card
Here are practical ways to make the most of the Washington State Report Card:
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Search for Specific Schools: On the report card site, use the search box under “I want to see data for a school or school district” and begin typing a school name or district name.
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Compare Across Districts: You can switch between schools and districts to compare performance trends.
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Review Multiple Metrics: Look beyond test scores to teacher data, graduation rates, and demographics—each contributes to understanding the local school ecosystem.
These insights are especially helpful during the home search or seller strategy planning, as school performance data often influences buyer interest and neighborhood desirability.
Why This Matters for Eastside Buyers & Sellers
For Buyers
Families and buyers moving into the Eastside often use school data to refine their search and make location decisions. Understanding the strengths and focus areas of local schools can help you evaluate:
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Neighborhood priorities
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Long‑term equity projections
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Community engagement and support
For Sellers
When you’re preparing to sell your home, awareness of local school performance can be a value enhancer. Educated buyers reference this objective information when comparing neighborhoods—and sellers who can guide them to these resources demonstrate market proficiency and local insight.
Your Next Steps
To explore performance for the school or district you are considering:
👉 Visit the official OSPI Washington State Report Card:
https://reportcard.ospi.k12.wa.us/
Search by school or school district name to view detailed data on academic results, enrollment, graduation rates, teacher qualifications, and more.
Need Personalized School Insights?
If school district trends play a key role in your buying or selling decisions, we can help interpret the data and how it ties to property values and community demand. Whether you’re evaluating a new neighborhood or preparing your home for market with school quality in mind, we’re here to support your strategy.
📞 Call/Text: (425) 466‑1000
📧 Email: tony@windermere.com
🌐 Visit: https://eastsidehomes.com
