The Best Washington School Districts to Build a New Home

Whether you already live in Washington or are considering a move there with your family, you’re probably interested in finding the best education for your children that you possibly can while also providing a comfortable place to live in a prime location. To do this, you will probably want to build a home in a safe, attractive neighborhood; but before you have anything built, you should definitely research the best school districts around. The United States Board of Education reviews many different statistics, including test scores and graduation rates. Using this information, here is our list of some of the best school districts in Washington.

Choosing a School District

Picking the right school district is no easy task. It will require a good amount of research to figure out exactly which district in the Washington area is right for your family. You should figure out which area best fits your price range and has access to the type of work that you do; then you should do further research by reading up on the local schools and talking to other parents in the area.

If you can, you should schedule a meeting with school officials to see if their educational goals for your child are in line with yours. Consider every level of education; even if you have young, elementary school age children, you should think about high schools and college placement exams. After all, you should be considering the education of your children and future children for years to come. With all those things in mind, here are a few of the highest rated school districts in Washington State:

Richland School District

Serving Richland and West Richland, this school district serves over twelve thousand students and is highly committed to education and college readiness. This area is a great place to build a home as it’s in an attractive area with beautiful surroundings and relatively low housing costs. It consistently achieves high ratings among all of its grade levels, with particularly high ratings for its elementary schools.

Kennewick School District

A huge district serving over 17,000 students in the Kennewick and Plymouth area, this school district is highly rated, particularly its elementary and high schools. Known for its focus on safety, Kennewick school district has a student to teacher ratio of 19:1, allowing teachers to work closely with individual students and focus on their particular educational needs.

Ridgefield School District

Ridgefield School District serves the Clark County, Washington area and strives to be one of the best districts in the state. Consistently rated high, particularly in the area of reading comprehension, Ridgefield School District serves over two thousand students.

Issaquah School District

Issaquah School District is a huge district, serving not only Issaquah but also Newcastle, Renton, and Bellevue. It has 24 schools and over twenty thousand students. On Niche’s list, it was ranked number one for having the best teachers in Washington State. They also ranked it fourth of the best school districts overall and it boasts a ninety-two percent graduation rate.

Camas School District

Not only one of the best school districts in all of Washington state, Camas School District is also ranked as one of the safest. Boasting an extremely high graduation rate and high SAT scores, Camas School District also prides itself on being welcoming to new students, whatever grade they may be in.

Lake Washington School District

Another consistently ranked school district, Lake Washington consistently high test scores and prides itself on its diversity, as well as a strong teacher to student ratio. This school district serves a wealthy area of Washington State. As a result, it is a great place to build a home if your budget is high; homes here can often be priced into the millions.

Building a New Home

Once you have selected a school district that you think is perfect for your family, the next step is to build a new home nearby your chosen spot. While you can purchase an older home, this can lead to a fortune in repair expenses that you can easily avoid by having your home newly constructed to your custom specifications. You will also be able to ensure that your home is green, saving you a great deal of money on utility bills over the years. You should then secure the services of a reliable home builder.

You can build a new home to your exact specifications, with rooms exactly where you want them to be. If you are raising a new family, this is crucial since your specific needs can be met.

Good luck with your search!