Bikur Cholim Machzikay Hadath, abbreviated as BCMH, is an Orthodox Jewish congregation and synagogue located at 5145 South Morgan Street, in the Seward Park neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, in the United States.
It is the oldest synagogue in Washington state; and practises Ashkenazi traditions.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Derech Emunah ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1891
School Calendar
Student Body
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Derech Emunah's ranking?
Derech Emunah ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Derech Emunah?
The application deadline for Derech Emunah is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Derech Emunah located?
Derech Emunah is located in the Seward Park neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other private schools located in Seward Park.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Derech Emunah is Derech Emunah Dba Seattle Jewish Girls High School (0.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Torah Day School of Seattle (0.2 miles away)
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Quick Facts
Derech Emunah Dba Seattle Jewish Girls High School
All-girls (Jewish)
5142 S Holly St
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 402-6621
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 402-6621
- miles
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Tuition listed
Torah Day School of Seattle
(Jewish)
5142 south morgan street
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 722-1200
Seattle, WA 98108
(206) 722-1200
0.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 50 students Sports: 1 Tuition listed
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(Catholic)
4200 S. Mead Street
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 494-4708
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 494-4708
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 77 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Torah Academy Of The Pacific Northwest
All-boys (Jewish)
5305 52nd Ave S
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 531-0089
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 531-0089
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 14 students
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(Catholic)
10001 57th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 725-0780
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 725-0780
2.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 9 students Avg. class size: 7 students Tuition listed
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