Explorer West Middle School

10015 28th Ave SW, Seattle, WA, 98146-0981 - View a map of this schoolMap

School Notes Overview:

Explorer West Middle School embraces the energy and enthusiasm of young people on the journey to adulthood by fostering confidence and discovery. Offering the benefits of a small learning community, Explorer West views the complexity of adolescence as a unique window of opportunity to develop the diverse academic, creative, and social skills required for a sustainable future....

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School Overview:

 
Explorer West Middle School
School Membership(s) Institute for Independent Education
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades 6 - 8
Year Founded 1996
County King County, WA
Student Body
Total Students 89 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School
(WA) School Avg.
% Students of Color 25% 27%
Students by Grade
Grade 6 - 32 students
Grade 7 - 32 students
Grade 8 - 25 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 11 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 60%
Average Class Size 15
This School
(WA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:7 * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $12,900
Tuition Notes Tuition for the 09-10 school year is $12,900 for 6th grade; $13,900 for 7th grade; $14,900 for 8th grade.
% on Financial Aid 21%
Average Financial Aid Grant $9,200
Head of School Evan Hundley
Admissions Director Claudia Rose
Sport
Total Sports Offered 6
 
Sports
BasketballSoccer
TennisTrack and Field
Ultimate FrisbeeVolley Ball

School Notes:

  • Accredited by the Pacific Northwest Association of Independent Schools. Redefing the middle school experience. Small class size and nurturing community. Teachers who are committed to working with middle school-aged students. A challenging curriculum: - math, history, science, English, Latin, drama, art history, art methods, music performance, music history, physical education. Advisory program. Outdoor Education program. Community Service program. Financial aid is available.
  • Profile last updated: 07/29/2009

School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (98146)
School Zip (98146)
(WA) State Average
Population (Approximate) 25,574 people 5,855,424 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 28% 29%
Population Average Age 37 years old 35 years old
Average Household size 2.6 persons 2.4 persons
Median Household Income $46,321 $49,081
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.3 rooms 5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 49 years old 38 years old
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Zipcode (98146)


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% Owning / % Renting 63% / 37% 62% / 38%

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