Education in Seattle is highly organized and enjoys top priority among the citizens of Seattle. Seattle is one of the American cities with a large number of college graduates. About half the population of the city, of people aged 25 and above hold a bachelor's degree. In 2005 Seattle ranked as the most literate city of the nation.
Education in Seattle is divided into 3 stages, which are primary, secondary and higher education. The school, colleges are universities of Seattle meet the highest standards. According to a study of 2006, the total number of students who enrolled in Seattle Public Schools was 45,933. More than 300 parochial and private schools are housed in Seattle. Some of the popular primary schools in Seattle are B. F. Day Elementary School, Brighton Elementary School, Dunlap Elementary School, Greenwood Elementary School and Highland Park Elementary School.
Seattle Community Colleges form a group of 3
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community colleges in the city, which are Seattle Central Community College, North Seattle Community College and South Seattle Community College. These colleges offer a diverse range of educational programs and courses on Business, Botany, Carpentry, Culinary Arts, Education, Engineering, Chemistry, Environmental Sciences, Humanities, Mathematics, Computer Science and much more.
The universities of Seattle are the most prestigious seats of education in the city. The renowned universities have received world-wide acclamation for their dedication, innovation and sincerity. Students from various parts of Washington, the USA and the world reach the city seeking higher education in Seattle. The eminent universities in the city are University of Washington, Seattle University, Seattle Pacific University and Antioch University Seattle.
The system of education in Seattle is remarkable, greatly advanced and incorporates the best methods of teaching.
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