The Bridge School in Seattle, WA, is a nonsectarian, co–ed alternative school serving grades K through 5 in a suburban community.
Founded in 2011, the school enrolls 42 students with a student–teacher ratio of 7:1 and employs six teachers.
Located in the Highline neighborhood, The Bridge School reflects a student body with 5.13% students of color.
The school operates independently without religious affiliation or membership in major school associations.
As a suburban Seattle elementary private school, The Bridge School offers personalized instruction in a small enrollment setting.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 42 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Year Founded
2011
Student Body
Total Students
42 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
5%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: 'We want to help children become not just good learners but good people.'
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are The Bridge School often compared to?
The Bridge School is often viewed alongside schools like Academy For Precision Learning by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for The Bridge School?
The application deadline for The Bridge School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Bridge School located?
The Bridge School is located in the Highline neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 3 other private schools located in Highline.
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The nearest elementary school and preschool is Three Tree Montessori School (0.7 miles away)
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