The Bush School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 775 students
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 14
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School Rankings

The Bush School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	The Bush School
Kind	42
1	37
2	36
3	37
4	36
5	40
6	71
7	73
8	72
9	93
10	89
11	74
12	75

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Yes

Dual Language Immersion Program

Yes

Secondary Immersion Language

Spanish

Year Founded

1924

School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Tue. Jun 15, 2027

Awards

Blue Ribbon School

Campus Size

6 acres

School Motto

To spark in students of diverse backgrounds and talents a passion for learning, accomplishment, and contribution to their communities.

Student Body

Total Students

775 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

51%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

120 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 14

Tuition Notes

Tuition by grade: **K-5 $41,835 **6-8 $48,545 **9-12 $50,800

% on Financial Aid

21%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$35,614

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Adam Choice

Admissions Associate

Eliza MacDonald

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$31.6 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

DanceGolf

Mountain BikingNordic Skiing

SoccerTennis

Track and FieldUltimate Frisbee

Volleyball

Colors

White, Blue

School Mascot

Blaze

School Notes

The Bush School is a K-12 community connected.
The Bush School is 775 engaged and curious students, inspired by remarkable faculty and staff across two campuses in Seattle and the Methow Valley.
The community is united by a common purpose to make a difference in the world, at school, and throughout life.

Please contact the Admissions and Financial Aid Office at 206-326-7736 or [email protected] for information about admissions.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does The Bush School offer?

The Bush School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Mountain Biking, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. The Bush School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Washington for most sports offered.

What is The Bush School's ranking?

The Bush School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for The Bush School?

The application deadline for The Bush School is Jan. 14.

In what neighborhood is The Bush School located?

The Bush School is located in the Madison Valley neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other private schools located in Madison Valley.

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The average private school tuition in Seattle, WA is $22,183 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 73% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).