About Us
Our Mission:
To serve each and every student academically, socially, and emotionally, through a rigorous and relevant education that is innovative and individualized. As a learning community that values one another’s humanity, we provide courageous support for an equitable and exceptional education for all students.
Our Vision:
To affirm and inspire each and every student to learn and thrive as creators of their future world.
Our Community Commitments
We Belong
People here are valued and known. People who speak our languages and share our cultures are respected here, and people of color feel comfortable and safe in our buildings. We are a part of a community that cares about us. These are our schools, where we belong.
We Learn
We build a culture of innovation and learning for all community members. We continuously reflect, learn, and improve and we value our mistakes and struggles as opportunities to grow.
We Lead
We are agents of change in our own lives, our community, and our world. We are intentional with our interactions and provide high quality services. We know how to get and give help, and we create collective impact.
Our Schools
We serve most of the city of Bellevue, WA and the smaller surrounding communities of Clyde Hill, Medina, Hunts Point, Yarrow Point and Beaux Arts. We also serve portions of Issaquah, Kirkland, Newcastle, Redmond and unincorporated King County.
Our schools include: 16 elementary schools, 1 Spanish Immersion elementary school, 1 Mandarin dual language elementary school, 5 comprehensive middle schools, 4 comprehensive high schools, 4 choice schools, and an online school.
Which school do I go to?
In Bellevue, students in kindergarten through fifth grade attend elementary school. Students in grades six through eight attend middle school. Students in grades 9-12 attend high school. Students are assigned to schools based on where they live.
Our Students
- 125 Countries of Birth*
- 117 Home Languages Spoken*
- 18% Multilingual Language Learners*
- 93% of Students Graduate in 4 Years**
- 91% of High School Students completed a Dual Credit Course**
- More than 8,1000 Advanced Placement exams taken***
- 86% pass rate for Advanced Placement exams taken***
Our Educators
- 40% of Educators are Nationally Board Certified
- Average of 9.7 years of teaching experience
- 78% of Educators have at least a master's degree
*2024-25 BSD Demographics at a Glance Report
**2023-24 School Year Data, OSPI Report Card
***2024 College Board Current Year Schore Summary Report
District Leadership
The district is led by the Superintendent. Five community members make up the Bellevue School District’s Board of Directors, one from each of the five geographical districts. The board members are elected to their posts by registered voters for terms of four years.
Now Hiring!
We are always looking for qualified applicants to fill a wide variety of roles in the district. Whether you are looking to be full-time, part-time or a substitute, we have an opportunity for you.