Brookside Elementary

Tucked into the leafy, lake-adjacent community of Lake Forest Park, Brookside Elementary sits in one of the quieter, more residential pockets just north of Seattle — the kind of place where neighbors actually know each other and kids still play outside. The school puts up strong numbers across the board, particularly in English, making it a solid fit for families who want a well-rounded academic foundation without the intensity of some of the more hypercompetitive schools closer to the city. If you're drawn to the Pacific Northwest lifestyle — trails, water, a tight-knit community — and want a school that reflects those values, Brookside is worth a serious look.