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Education Resources

Bellevue Public
School District 405
(425) 456-4000
www.bsd405.org

Bellevue Community College
(425) 564-1000
www.bellevuecollege.edu

Cascadia Community College
(425) 352-8810
www.cascadia.ctc.edu

Lake Washington
Technical College
(425) 739-8100
www.lwtc.edu

City University
(425) 637-1010 or
(800) 422-4898
www.cityu.edu

University of Phoenix
(425) 572-1600 or
(866) 766-0766
www.phoenix.edu

University of Washington
Bothell Campus
(425) 352-5000
www.bothell.washington.edu

DeVry University’s
Keller Graduate
School of Management
(425) 455-2242 or
(888) 653-5537
www.keller.edu

 

Education

The Bellevue business community understands the connection between excellence in local education and our future workforce. A first class education system plays a critical role in our increasingly global economy. The Bellevue School District, with its nationally recognized schools and innovative classroom technology, is preparing our students to compete in that environment.

Nationally Recognized Schools
Bellevue is nationally recognized for its award winning schools, innovative curriculum and exceptional teachers. In a May 2008 edition of Newsweek, all five Bellevue high schools appeared prominently in the top 200 in a list of over 1,200 "America's Best High Schools," according to Jay Mathews' Challenge Index. International boasted an impressive rating at #10, with Bellevue High at #63, Newport High at #31, Interlake at #45, and Sammamish High at #167. 

Bellevue's innovative school curriculum is designed to give students a competitive advantage. Successful learning initiatives, such as full-day kindergarten, a full complement of Advanced Placement courses, an International Baccalaureate program, world language studies, and extensive collaboration with partners in higher education and educational research give Bellevue students the tools they need to be successful in college and in the workforce.

Bellevue Schools are "Top of the Class"

  • SAT scores have increased 37 points in the past six years, from 1103 in 1999 to 1140 in 2005
  • SAT 2005 verbal scores were 29 points higher than the state average and 53 points higher than the national average
  • SAT 2005 math scores were 45 points higher than the state average and 59 points higher than the national average
  • Bellevue public schools are diverse - there are 66 "first" languages other than English spoken by students
  • For the school year 2005-2006, Bellevue Schools spent $8,631 on each full-time student enrolled.

Bellevue high schools focus on college and career preparation.  During 2006-2007, more than 2,500 Bellevue students were enrolled in over 5,600 Advanced Placement or International Baccalaureate courses. Both of these programs allow students to earn college credit while still in high school. In 2007, 85% of Bellevue's graduates took advantage of these advanced learning opportunities, and testing places Bellevue in the top 1 percent of all high schools nationwide.

Higher Education
Educational attainment continues to be a primary factor influencing the quality of life in Bellevue. The percentage of the population in Bellevue with higher education degrees is consistently higher than that of neighboring Seattle, as well as nationwide.

  • 59% of residents have attained Bachelor’s Degree or higher
  • 58% of employees work in management or professional services jobs

Bellevue is recognized for its highly skilled and qualified workforce, providing an advantage for businesses in recruiting, attracting, and retaining employees.  This community is a thriving economic engine and job importer. By offering education opportunities, workforce training, and professional development, local institutions contribute to our knowledge-based community


Sammamish High School biology class.


Bellevue Community College offers students a comprehensive and innovative learning experience.