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The Bush School

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3400 E Harrison Street
Seattle, WA 98112

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Tel: (206) 326-7733

www.bush.edu

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The Bush School, founded in 1924 by Helen Taylor Bush, is a progressive, independent, non-sectarian day school of approximately 660 students in grades K-12.

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

Quick Stats (2023)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 671 students
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-12

Year Founded

1924

Summer School Offered

Yes

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in n/a

Student Body

Total Students

671 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

21%

State avg.: 28%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

86 teachers

Student : Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.: 13:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

Jan. 15

Tuition Notes

Tuition by grade: **K-5 $27,510 **6-8 $33,670 **9-12 $35,255

% on Financial Aid

21%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$22,500

Acceptance Rate

25%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Polly Oppmann Fredlund

Sports

Total Sports Offered

11 sports

Sports

Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, Nordic Skiing, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball

School Notes

Please contact the Admissions and Financial Aid Office at 206-326-7736 or admissions@bush.edu for information about admissions.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of The Bush School?

The acceptance rate of The Bush School is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. The Bush School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Washington with low acceptance rates.

What sports does The Bush School offer?

The Bush School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Golf, 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: Lowest average acceptance rates, 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. 15.

School Calendar

View the The Bush School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:

Event

Date

Spring Break

April 10, 2023 (Monday)

Last Day of School for Lower School

June 14, 2023 (Wednesday)

Last Day of School for Middle/Upper School

June 15, 2023 (Thursday)

First day of Hispanic Heritage Month

September 15, 2023 (Friday)

School Reviews

5 9/1/2016

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Quick Stats (2023)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Kindergarten-12
Enrollment: 671 students
Acceptance rate: 25%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 15
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Seattle, WA is $19,554 for elementary schools and $22,172 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).