Tzu Chi Academy Seattle is a co–ed private school located in the Eastgate neighborhood of Bellevue, WA, serving grades PK through 10 with a total enrollment of 337 students.
The school operates within a midsize city community and has an orientation affiliation with a religious association.
The student–teacher ratio is 169:1, with 2 teachers supporting the enrolled students.
Tzu Chi Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington state for diversity and student body size, with 99.28% students of color.
Average private school tuition in Bellevue is $25,151 for elementary and $30,259 for high schools; Tzu Chi Academy serves a diverse urban population in this competitive market.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WA School
- School Type: School with Special Program Emphasis
- Grades: Prekindergarten-10
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Tzu Chi Academy Seattle ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Body
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-10
Student Body
Total Students
337 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tzu Chi Academy Seattle's ranking?
Tzu Chi Academy Seattle ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Tzu Chi Academy Seattle?
The application deadline for Tzu Chi Academy Seattle is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Tzu Chi Academy Seattle located?
Tzu Chi Academy Seattle is located in the Eastgate neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 1 other private schools located in Eastgate.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Tzu Chi Academy Seattle is BASIS Independent Bellevue (1.0 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is St. Louise School (0.8 miles away)
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Quick Facts
133 156th Avenue Se
Bellevue, WA 98007
(425) 746-4220
Bellevue, WA 98007
(425) 746-4220
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 335 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition listed
15749 NE 4th Street
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 689-3376
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 689-3376
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 363 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 27 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
15749 NE 4th Street
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 460-0200
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 460-0200
1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 94 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
14615 SE 22nd Street
Bellevue, WA 98007
(425) 641-5570
Bellevue, WA 98007
(425) 641-5570
1.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 281 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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