Seattle Area German American School (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: Prekindergarten-4
Enrollment: 145 students
Yearly Tuition: $15,000
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 17 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-4

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Seattle Area German American School
Nursery	39
Pre-K	30
Kind	20
1	14
2	18
3	17
4	5
5	2

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Year Founded

2005

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Student Body

Total Students

145 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

19%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

6 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

24:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 17 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$15,000

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Admissions Director

Andrea Wohlan

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

2 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Arts and Music Programs:

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Recreational Athletic Programs:

Wilderness Course

School Notes

The Seattle Area German American School (SAGA) is a German language immersion school offering programs in Preschool, PreK, Kindergarten - 5th Grade. Founded in 2005 the SAGA School fosters a vibrant community grounded in German-speaking culture and inspires students to become passionate learners and engaged global citizens. SAGA also offers afterschool school programs for students Kindergarten through High School, enrichment programs and preschool playgroups. No previous German is required in Preschool programs.
Children entering our Preschool program no prior German language is required. Children entering our Elementary program in 1st Grade or higher German knowledge is required.

The mission of the Seattle Area German American School is to provide a German immersion education.Through its visionthe SAGA School inspires students to become passionate learners and engaged global citizens. Through academic excellence and a well-rounded education, our students achieve German fluency and literacy. The SAGA School fosters a vibrant community grounded in German-speaking culture.

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How much does Seattle Area German American School cost?

Seattle Area German American School's tuition is approximately $15,000 for private students.

What schools are Seattle Area German American School often compared to?

Seattle Area German American School is often viewed alongside schools like French American School of Puget Sound, Bertschi School by visitors of our site.

When is the application deadline for Seattle Area German American School?

The application deadline for Seattle Area German American School is Feb. 17 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 17 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Seattle Area German American School located?

Seattle Area German American School is located in the Northwest Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 10 other private schools located in Northwest Seattle.

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The average private school tuition in Seattle, WA is $22,298 for elementary schools and $24,673 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Seattle, WA is 69% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).