Seattle Lutheran High School

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Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #1 - Welcome to Seattle Lutheran High School in West Seattle! Established in 1978, SLHS is the only faith-based high schools in West Seattle offering a college preparatory program as well as various clubs such as drama and Robotics as well as six sports.
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Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #1 - Welcome to Seattle Lutheran High School in West Seattle! Established in 1978, SLHS is the only faith-based high schools in West Seattle offering a college preparatory program as well as various clubs such as drama and Robotics as well as six sports.
Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #2 - A school the size of Seattle Lutheran is unique in that teachers are available to give students personal attention, guidance and mentoring. Community is formed between students, teachers, parents and staff to ensure all students are known and cared for.
Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #3 - SLHS offers 6 AP courses and 5 honors courses to prepare students for college and life-long learning. However, SLHS is not just solely focused on academics, but also encourages students to explore their passions and try new things. One such opportunity is in J-Term.
Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #4 - Seattle Lutheran High School Robotics is one of the oldest continually active teams in Washington state. Each season Team SeaBot builds and programs their robot for FIRST`s yearly competitions. FIRST stands for "For Inspiration and Recognition of Science and Technology" and SeaBot has been competing in their competitions since 2004
Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #5 - Service to the community is a pillar of Seattle Lutheran. All students are required to serve a certain amount of community service hours to their local communities or organizations. Seniors serve 60 hours for their senior project to learn new skills and to become aware of abroader scope of living by contributing to the well-being of others.
Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #6 - Students begin using the college and career software, Naviance, freshman year to help guide their pathway forward. The 28 students in the class of 2021 graduated 22 with honors, 17 were members of National Honor Society and 9 were members of Mu Alpha Theta National Math Honorary. 95% of graduating students are accepted into post-secondary institutions.
Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #7 - Eight sports teams are supported at Seattle Lutheran High School by students, parents alumni, and an active Booster Club: Volleyball, Soccer, boys and girls basketball, Baseball, Cross Country , Track and Cheer. SLHS competes in the 2B classification and are members of the SeaTac B League.
Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #8 - Music and drama are an important part of Seattle Lutheran, and all students are encouraged to participate whether it is on stage or behind the scenes. Whether you like to sing, dance, act or design sets, there is a spot for you on the crew.
Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #9 - SLHS engages students with hands-on learning, preparing them for the next step in their journey, whether that is to attend college, a trade school or preparing for a job.
Seattle Lutheran High School Photo #10 - Featuring a catalog of over 25 various courses, J-Term is the opportunity for students to explore their interests more in-depth or engage in a new experience or topic that they otherwise might not have tried. Taking place in the month of January, students select three courses which vary from the arts, music, personal health and well-being, political and sociological topics.
Located in West Seattle, Seattle Lutheran High School provides a Christ-centered and student-focused environment that equips young people in their educational and spiritual journeys to be servant-leaders in the world, instilling in students confidence, hope, integrity and passion.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 71 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,500
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 6 / Jun. 30 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1978

Student Body

Total Students
71 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
34%
State avg.: 32%
Students by Grade
Seattle Lutheran High School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
65%
Average Class Size
16 students
Number of AP Courses
7 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus, AP English, AP Psychology, AP Studio Art, AP United States History
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Refer to student handbook

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 6 / Jun. 30 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$50 Application Fee $500 Enrollment Deposit Athletic Fees and Book Fees vary - contact school
% on Financial Aid
30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,500
Admissions Director
Sally Heit

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Class Officers, Key Club, Math Club, Robotics, Student Ambassador, Student Council

Arts and Music Programs:
Band, Drama

School Notes

  • Seattle Lutheran High School offers a college preparatory education in the Lutheran tradition and has served students since 1978. We offer a personal and loving school atmosphere where high academic standards and spiritual growth lead to confidence, hope, integrity and passion.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Seattle Lutheran High School cost?
Seattle Lutheran High School's tuition is approximately $16,500 for private students.
What sports does Seattle Lutheran High School offer?
Seattle Lutheran High School offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
When is the application deadline for Seattle Lutheran High School?
The application deadline for Seattle Lutheran High School is Jan. 6 / Jun. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 6 / Jun. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
What neighborhood is Seattle Lutheran High School located?
Seattle Lutheran High School is located in the Junction neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 4 other private schools located in Junction.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 71 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $16,500
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 6 / Jun. 30 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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