Olympia's North Thurston Public Schools (NTPS) serves 15,000 students across 13 elementary, 4 middle, and 3 high schools, plus four choice programs including virtual and career-focused options.
The district highlights 1,000+ multilingual learners representing over 50 home languages, full-day kindergarten at all elementary schools, and 100+ dual-credit courses allowing high school and college credit simultaneously. NTPS earned a 2025 Board of Distinction award from the Washington State School Directors Association.
Recent bond-funded upgrades include Komachin Middle School, River Ridge High School, and the Raj Manhas Activity Center. The district plans to continue modernizing facilities while maintaining its focus on high-quality teaching, student voice, and community partnerships.