The Community School of West Seattle(CSWS) is a unique and special place.
Our strong committment to anti-bias practices and an 'Everyone is Welcome' policy gives our school a warm and inviting feel.
Children are the focus here with an emphasis on supporting the family.
Being here is really the best way to get a true sense of who we are.
Built on the foundation of mutual respect the Community School of West Seattle provides and promotes a well balanced and comprehensive approach to early learning.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 52 students
- Yearly Tuition: $15,068
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
2005
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
52 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$15,068
Tuition Notes
Yearly tuition of $15,068
Monthly payment of $1,256
Before and after care available
Application URL
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
2 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Music classStudio Arts
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Community Of West Seattle cost?
The Community Of West Seattle's tuition is approximately $15,068 for private students.
When is the application deadline for The Community Of West Seattle?
The application deadline for The Community Of West Seattle is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Community Of West Seattle located?
The Community Of West Seattle is located in the South Delridge neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other private schools located in South Delridge.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to The Community Of West Seattle is One School Global North America Seattle Campus (1.1 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Holy Family School (0.1 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Holy Family School
(Catholic)
9615 20th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
0.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
10015 28th Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0495
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0495
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 109 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
10404 34th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 932-2511
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 932-2511
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 360 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
9205 3rd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 214-1011
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 214-1011
1.1 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 20 students
11215 15th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0427
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0427
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
9205 3rd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 214-1011
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 214-1011
1.1 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 20 students
Kennedy Catholic High School ![Kennedy Catholic High School Photo]( "Kennedy Catholic High School Photo")
(Catholic)
140 S 140th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 246-0500
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 246-0500
3.1 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 905 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 20 | Extracurrculars: 42 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
10001 57th Avenue South
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 688-2100
Seattle, WA 98178
(206) 688-2100
4.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 115 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition listed
Derech Emunah
All-girls (Jewish)
5145 S Morgan Street Seattle
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 402-6621
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 402-6621
4.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students
Derech Emunah Dba Seattle Jewish Girls High School
All-girls (Jewish)
5142 S Holly St
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 402-6621
Seattle, WA 98118
(206) 402-6621
4.7 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 11 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Holy Family School
(Catholic)
9615 20th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
0.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
10015 28th Ave SW
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0495
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0495
0.4 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 109 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
10404 34th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 932-2511
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 932-2511
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 360 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
9205 3rd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 214-1011
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 214-1011
1.1 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 20 students
11215 15th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0427
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0427
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Holy Family School
(Catholic)
9615 20th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
0.1 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 167 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
10404 34th Avenue SW
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 932-2511
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 932-2511
0.9 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 360 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
11215 15th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0427
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 935-0427
1.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 203 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Our Lady Of Guadalupe School ![Our Lady Of Guadalupe School Photo]( "Our Lady Of Guadalupe School Photo")
(Catholic)
3401 Sw Myrtle Street
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 935-0651
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 935-0651
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 211 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Bernadette School
(Catholic)
1028 Sw 128th St
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 244-4934
Seattle, WA 98146
(206) 244-4934
2.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 220 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Roxhill Elementary School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
7740 34th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 252-9570
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 252-9570
0.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 289 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 76%
David T. Denny International Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2601 Sw Kenyon St
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 252-9000
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 252-9000
0.7 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 722 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
Highland Park Elementary School
(Math: 35-39% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1012 Sw Trenton St
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-8240
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 252-8240
0.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 300 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 71%
Summit Public School Atlas
Charter School
(Math: 43% | Reading: 52%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
9601 35th Avenue Sw
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 307-7645
Seattle, WA 98126
(206) 307-7645
0.8 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 566 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 63%
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