The Bear Creek School
8905 208th Ave Ne, Redmond, WA, 98053-0980 - View a map of this school Map  tel: (425)898-1720
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The Bear Creek School, a leader in classical education in the Pacific Northwest, provides a rigorous college preparatory curriculum from a Christian worldview for students in Grades K-12. What sets Bear Creek apart? Classical education (Grammar, Dialectic, Rhetoric) based on the Western tradition of a broad based liberal arts program. College preparatory academics including Honors and Advanced Placement classes. Christian worldview woven throughout the curriculum encourages students to develop into the individual God intends For parents looking for a unique educational opportunity for their student, Bear Creek offers small classes and dedicated teachers in a supportive Christian community. The Bear Creek School is accredited by the NASCU and PNAIS. ...read more  

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School Overview:
The Bear Creek School
School Level Elementary and Secondary school
School Type Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI)
Association of Classical and Christian Schools (ACCS)
State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation Christian (no specific denomination)
Grades Offered Grades Kindergarten - 12
Year Founded 1988
County King County, WA
Student Body
Total Students 742 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( WA ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
% Students of Color 14% 13%
Students by Grade
Kind - 54 students
Grade 1 - 54 students
Grade 2 - 54 students
Grade 3 - 54 students
Grade 4 - 54 students
Grade 5 - 54 students
Grade 6 - 54 students
Grade 7 - 72 students
Grade 8 - 72 students
Grade 9 - 55 students
Grade 10 - 55 students
Grade 11 - 55 students
Grade 12 - 55 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 57 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree 41%
Average Class Size 16
Number of AP Courses 13
List of Courses Offered Link to List of Courses
Average SAT score 637
Matriculation Data Link to Matriculation Data
This School ( WA ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:13 1:11
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 177 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 7 hours 6 hours
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Mar. 1 / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $13,000
Tuition Notes Tuition for K-6 listed. Tuition for 7 - 12 increases slightly.
% on Financial Aid 11%
Average Financial Aid Grant $3,500
Acceptance Rate 75%
Headmaster Patrick Carruth
Admissions Director Christie Hazeltine
Admissions Associate Debbie Stump
 
Sports:
Total Sports Offered 9

Sports
BaseballBasketball
CheeringCross Country
GolfSoccer
TennisTrack and Field
Volley Ball 
 
Extracurricular:
Total Extracurricular Organizations 11

Extracurriculars
Student GovernmentString Orchestra
National Honor SocietyMath Team
KarateGirl Scouts
Geography ClubChess Club
Boy ScoutsAstronomy Club
Art 
 
School Notes:
  • Challenging curricululm for highly capable students.
  • Classical Christian education.
  • Small classes. Many enrichment opportunities as part of the curriculum.
  • Uniforms required.
  • Honors courses in biology, chemistry, European literature, European history, world history, Western civilization, world literature, etc.
  • More than 85% of parents are actively involved in school activities. PTF organizes school auction, walkathon, skate parties, and more.
  • World Languages include: Spanish, French, Latin, Japanese.
  • Profile last updated: 02/10/2008

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About This Zip Code ( 98053 )
School Zip ( 98053 ) ( WA ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 31,203 people 5,855,424 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 65% 29%
Population Average Age 35 years old 35.3 years old
Average Household Size 3.0 persons 2.4 persons
Median Household Income $96,028 $48,499
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 7.9 rooms 5.3 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 22 years old 39 years old
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Zipcode (98053)



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% Owning / % Renting 90% / 10% 62% / 38%
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