Explorer West Middle School
Explorer West Middle School embraces the energy and enthusiasm of diverse young people on the journey to adulthood by fostering confidence and discovery. Offering the benefits of a small learning community, Explorer West views adolescence as a unique window of opportunity to build a community with strong academic skills, creative expression, and character development for high school and beyond.
Quick Stats (2022)
- Grades: 6-8
- Students: 103 students
- Yearly Tuition: $20,580
- Average class size: 16 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 13 / rolling
Top Rankings
Explorer West Middle School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1996
Student Body
Total Students
103 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
16 students
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 13 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$20,580
Tuition Notes
6th Grade: $21,700
7th Grade $212,900
8th Grade $24,200
% on Financial Aid
32%
Admissions Director
Dawn Fornear
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
12 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts Club, Coding Classes, Debate Club, Drama Club, Dungeons and Dragons, Fiber Arts Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance, Girls Who Code, Language Lab/English and Latin Support, Pi Eaters Math Support Club, Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
Open Mic
Arts Club, Coding Classes, Debate Club, Drama Club, Dungeons and Dragons, Fiber Arts Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance, Girls Who Code, Language Lab/English and Latin Support, Pi Eaters Math Support Club, Robotics
Arts and Music Programs:
Open Mic
School Notes
- Accredited through NWAIS.
- Our small class size allows teachers to focus on each student, supporting their individual challenges and strengths.
- Teachers who are committed to and experienced in working with middle school-aged students.
- Our challenging curriculum includes math, social studies, science, English, Latin, drama, visual arts, music, PE, and outdoor education.
- Financial aid is available.
Profile last updated: 11/16/2021
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Explorer West Middle School is John F. Kennedy Catholic High School (3.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Westside School (0.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is The Community Of West Seattle (0.4 miles away)
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Location
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Students
The Community Of West Seattle
Daycare / Preschool
Grades: NS | 45 students 0.4 miles 9450 22nd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 763-2081
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 763-2081
0.4
NS
45
Grades: NS-8 | 379 students 0.4 miles 10404 34th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 932-2511
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 932-2511
0.4
NS-8
379
Holy Family School
(Catholic)
Grades: NS-8 | 167 students 0.5 miles 9615 20th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
0.5
NS-8
167
Grades: NS-8 | 229 students 1 miles 11215 15th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0427
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0427
1
NS-8
229
Grades: NS-5 | 25 students 1.1 miles 9131 California Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98136
(206) 849-7146
Seattle, WA 98136
(206) 849-7146
1.1
NS-5
25
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