For the 2025-26 school year, there are 781 private schools serving 120,374 students in Washington (there are 2,563 public schools, serving 1,102,093 students). 10% of all K-12 students in Washington attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $15,432 for elementary schools and $17,443 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Washington include Annie Wright Schools, Saint George's School, and Holy Names Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 82% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 31% and the student-teacher ratio is 12:1.
Top Ranked Washington Private Schools by County (2025-26)
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# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in Washington?
The top-ranked private schools in Washington include Annie Wright Schools, Saint George's School, and Holy Names Academy.
How many private schools are located in Washington?
There are 781 private schools are located in Washington.
How much do private schools cost in Washington?
The average private school tuition in Washington is $15,432 for elementary schools and $17,443 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Washington?
Approximately 31% of students in Washington private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Washington go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Washington attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Washington?
Which private schools in Washington are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of private schools in Washington include: Creative Kids Learning Center vs. Ellensburg Christian School, Meridian KinderCare vs. La Petite Academy Gem Heights Dr, Orcas Montessori School vs. Salmonberry School
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