The Overlake School

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 527 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $42,160
  • Acceptance rate: 23%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 13
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1967
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
527 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
73%
State avg.: 32%
Students by Grade
The Overlake School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
60%
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
18 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science, English Literature, Environmental Science, French Language, Japanese, Latin, Physics B, Spanish Language, Spanish Literature, Statistics
Average SAT score
1360
Average ACT score
30
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No dress code

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 13
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
18%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$12,169
Acceptance Rate
23%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Jasmine Park
Admissions Associate
Jessica Butler

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Alliance Club, Chess Club, Culinary Club, Environmental Club, Film Club, French Literature Magazine, IMPACT, Junior Statesmen of America, Latin Club, Math Team, Overlake Math Olympiad, Peer Tutoring, Philanthropy Club, Student government, The Overlake Independent

Club or Organization:
Robotics Club

School Notes

  • A college prepartory, co-educational, independent school offering rigorous academic and co-curricular activities to students in grades 5 through 12th. Also offer a variety of Global Service Projects, Outdoor Education Program, Project Week, Senior Projects, and Community Service. Summer academic and sports camps available. Need-based financial aid, Malone Scholarships and Rainier Scholarships. A beautiful campus located on 75 rural acres.
  • Student and Parent Interview
  • Teacher Recommendation
  • Previous Educational Record
  • ISEE or SSAT
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Overlake School cost?
The Overlake School's tuition is approximately $42,160 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Overlake School?
The acceptance rate of The Overlake School is 23%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. The Overlake School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Washington with low acceptance rates.
Does The Overlake School offer a summer program?
Yes, The Overlake School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does The Overlake School offer?
The Overlake School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Lacrosse, Soccer, Tennis, Ultimate Frisbee and Volleyball. The Overlake School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Washington for most sports offered.
What is The Overlake School's ranking?
When is the application deadline for The Overlake School?
The application deadline for The Overlake School is Jan. 13.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
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Overlake is outstanding private school, my daughter went to Overlake from sixth grade, totally happy with her education.
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5  
Overlake is an extraordinary school. My children went first to Lakeside, which was a huge disappointment. Overlake was, by far, superior in every area.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: 5-12
  • Enrollment: 527 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $42,160
  • Acceptance rate: 23%
  • Average class size: 14 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 13
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in King County, WA is $19,698 for elementary schools and $22,426 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in King County, WA is 78% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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