Swan School offers a creative, personalized, preschool through 6th grade program.
With low student to teacher ratios, we utilize a hands-on, project-based, interdisciplinary curriculum in our multi-age classrooms.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 74 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,000
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Swan School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Affordability
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Year Founded
1983
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
74 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$11,004/yr
% on Financial Aid
40%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$1,000
Admissions Director
Bonnie White
Application URL
School Notes
- Intimate, safe, and nurturing learning environment
- Experienced, innovative, enthusiastic, and accessible teachers
- Multiage classrooms
- Project-based interdisciplinary curriculum
- Low student-teacher ratios
- Personalized instruction
- Well-rounded music program
- In-depth art instruction
- Spanish beginning in Kindergarten
- A close-knit group of wonderful kids and involved families
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Swan School cost?
Swan School's tuition is approximately $6,000 for private students.
What schools are Swan School often compared to?
Swan School is often viewed alongside schools like Sunfield Farm & Waldorf School by visitors of our site.
What is Swan School's ranking?
Swan School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Least expensive tuition and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Swan School?
The application deadline for Swan School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Popular comparisons: Swan School vs. Sunfield Farm & Waldorf School
People that viewed Swan School also viewed these schools: Whidbey Island Waldorf School, Harbor School, Seabury School and St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School.
The nearest high school and elementary school to Swan School is Jefferson Community School (1.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Sunfield Farm & Waldorf School (5.7 miles away)
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