Buena Vista Seventh-day Adventist School exists to lead each of its children into a close and saving relationship with Jesus Christ.
Through His grace we seek to prepare them mentally, physically, and spiritually for a place in His service.
We treasure each child who enters here as a gift of God.
Quick Facts (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,502
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Buena Vista SDA School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1919
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 5, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
227 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
64%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
23:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
53%
Average Class Size
22 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Neat, clean, & modest
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Please contact the school for tuition information
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Donna Ellis
Sports
Total Sports Offered
3 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
3 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Lego RoboticsVocational Education
Arts and Music Programs:
Private Piano Lessons
School Notes
- School Motto: Treasuring each child as a gift from God.
- School Mascot: Eagle
- Buena Vista Seventh-day Adventist School exists to lead each of its children into a close and saving relationship with Jesus Christ. Throught His grace we seek to prepare them mentally, physically, and spiritually for a place in His service. We treasure each child who enters here as a gift of God.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Buena Vista SDA School cost?
Buena Vista SDA School's tuition is approximately $8,502 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Buena Vista SDA School?
The acceptance rate of Buena Vista SDA School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.
What sports does Buena Vista SDA School offer?
Buena Vista SDA School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football and Soccer.
What is Buena Vista SDA School's ranking?
Buena Vista SDA School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Buena Vista SDA School?
The application deadline for Buena Vista SDA School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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