Lake Washington School District
Primary and Secondary EducationWashington, United States1001-5000 Employees
Lake Washington School District is a public education system serving the communities of Kirkland, Redmond, and Sammamish in Washington. It operates 55 schools and serves about 30,600 students, making it one of the state's largest districts. The district, based in Redmond, emphasizes an aim called Every Student Future Ready, focusing on preparation for college, the global workplace, and personal success. Performance data show strong outcomes across grade levels, including a high school graduation rate around 94% in recent years and a majority of graduates pursuing college or other postsecondary education within two years. In 2026, LWSD announced a partnership with SPLASHForward to pilot a program offering free swim instruction and water safety education to second graders.