Washington: ELL Resources

Map of Washington

Washington’s schools are home to over 160,000 English language learners. In recent years, the most common five languages spoken by ELLs in Washington have been Spanish, Russian, Ukrainian, Vietnamese, and Dari. 

Washington passed legislation in 2024 with a unanimous vote to fund at least 10 new dual language programs per year so that all school districts that want to may offer a program by 2040. (RCW 28A.300.577)

Note: For additional state-by-state data and information, see New America's English Learner Accountability Hub.

State ELL Resources

Washington Department of Education

Statewide Organizations

Books and Booklists

Research and Reports

Note: Regulations change with time. If you see something that needs updating, please send an e-mail to Colorín Colorado. For more detailed information regarding ELL guidelines and policies at the state and federal levels, please see the following:

References

U.S. Department of Education. Our Nation’s English Learners. Most Common Non-English Languages Spoken by English Learners.