Northshore Christian Academy Photo - NCA is a multiple-award winning school, serving K-8th and Early Learning, with a focus in STEM and Fine Arts. Established in 1995, NCA is family and community oriented and has grown to over 1,100 students per year through an affordable tuition.

Best Washington Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 12 blue ribbon private schools serving 6,940 students in Washington.
The top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Washington include Holy Names Academy, The Bear Creek School, and Bishop Blanchet High School.
The average tuition cost is $19,285, which is higher than the Washington private school average tuition cost of $15,565.
75% of blue ribbon private schools in Washington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Blue Ribbon schools have been recognized by the Department of Education for achieving superior standards of academic excellence. Read more about this national school awards program and how blue ribbon schools work.

Top Ranked Washington Blue Ribbon Private Schools (2025)

School
Location
Quick Facts
The Bear Creek School
The Bear Creek School Photo - The Bear Creek School was founded in 1988.
(Christian)
(12)
8905 208th Avenue NE
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 898-1720
Gr: NS-12 | 878 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Northshore Christian Academy
Northshore Christian Academy Photo - NCA is a multiple-award winning school, serving K-8th and Early Learning, with a focus in STEM and Fine Arts. Established in 1995, NCA is family and community oriented and has grown to over 1,100 students per year through an affordable tuition.
(Christian)
(6)
5700 23rd Drive West
Everett, WA 98203
(425) 407-1119
Gr: NS-8 | 1,131 student Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 17 Blue Ribbon year: 2019 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School
Our Lady Of Lourdes Catholic School Photo - Students are well prepared for high school.
(Catholic)
(35)
4701 NW Franklin Street
Vancouver, WA 98663
(360) 696-2301
Gr: PK-8 | 283 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Blue Ribbon year: 2000, 2001 Tuition listed
Bishop Blanchet High School
Bishop Blanchet High School Photo
(Catholic)
8200 Wallingford Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 527-7711
Gr: 9-12 | 855 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 20 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Bush School
The Bush School Photo
(1)
3400 E Harrison Street
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 326-7736
Gr: K-12 | 735 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 9 Tuition listed
10818 NE 117th Ave
Vancouver, WA 98662
(360) 256-9715
Gr: PK-10 | 345 students
Holy Names Academy
Holy Names Academy Photo
All-girls (Catholic)
(3)
728 21st Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 323-4272
Gr: 9-12 | 575 students Avg. class size: 21 students Sports: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Holy Rosary School
Holy Rosary School Photo - Kindergarteners having fun at recess!
(Catholic)
4142 42nd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 937-7255
Gr: PK-8 | 482 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Blue Ribbon year: 1997 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
https://www.etonschool.org
https://www.etonschool.org Photo - Students at Eton School love to learn!
Montessori School
(3)
2701 Bellevue-Redmond Road
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 881-4230
Gr: NS-8 | 329 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
The Northwest School
(10)
1415 Summit Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 816-6032
Gr: 6-12 | 446 students Avg. class size: 17 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 14 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Renton Christian School
(Assembly of God)
15717 152nd Avenue SE
Renton, WA 98058
(425) 226-0820
Gr: PK-8 | 789 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Saint Cecilia Catholic School
Saint Cecilia Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
1310 Madison Avenue N
Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
(206) 842-2017
Gr: PK-8 | 92 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 3 Blue Ribbon year: 2015, 2016, 2017 Tuition listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Washington?
The top ranked blue ribbon private schools in Washington include Holy Names Academy, The Bear Creek School, and Bishop Blanchet High School.
How many blue ribbon private schools are located in Washington?
12 blue ribbon private schools are located in Washington.
How much do blue ribbon private schools cost in Washington?
The average tuition cost is $19,285, which is higher than the Washington private school average tuition cost of $15,565.
How diverse are blue ribbon private schools in Washington?
Washington blue ribbon private schools are approximately 32% minority students, which is higher than the Washington private school average of 31%.
What percentage of blue ribbon private schools are religiously affiliated in Washington?
75% of blue ribbon private schools in Washington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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