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Washington Blue Ribbon Private High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 6 blue ribbon private high schools serving 3,941 students in Washington.
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Washington include Holy Names Academy, The Bush School, and The Northwest School.
The average acceptance rate is 43%, which is lower than the Washington private high school average acceptance rate of 86%.
67% of blue ribbon private high 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.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 3,941

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 6
  • # Students Served: 3,941

Top Ranked Washington Blue Ribbon Private High Schools (2026-27)

The Bear Creek School Photo
The Bear Creek School
Gr: PK-12 | 945 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 9 | Extracurriculars: 14
Blue Ribbon year: 2014
Christian
8905 208th Avenue NE
Redmond, WA 98053
(425) 898-1720
(12)
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Map of The Northwest School
The Northwest School
Gr: 6-12 | 446 students
Avg. class size: 17 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 14
1415 Summit Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 816-6032
(10)
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Bishop Blanchet High School Photo
Bishop Blanchet High School
Gr: 9-12 | 855 students
Avg. class size: 22 students
Sports: 16 | Extracurriculars: 20
Catholic
8200 Wallingford Ave N
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 527-7711
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The Bush School Photo
The Bush School
Gr: K-12 | 775 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Sports: 11
3400 E Harrison Street
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 322-7978
(1)
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Map of Cornerstone Christian Academy for Learning & Leadership
Cornerstone Christian Academy for Learning & Leadership
Gr: PK-10 | 345 students
Christian
10818 NE 117th Ave
Vancouver, WA 98662
(360) 256-9715
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Holy Names Academy Photo
Holy Names Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 575 students
Avg. class size: 21 students
Sports: 17
All-girls (Catholic)
728 21st Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 323-4272
(3)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Washington?
The top ranked blue ribbon private high schools in Washington include Holy Names Academy, The Bush School, and The Northwest School.
How many blue ribbon private high schools are located in Washington?
6 blue ribbon private high schools are located in Washington.
How diverse are blue ribbon private high schools in Washington?
Washington blue ribbon private high schools are approximately 27% minority students, which is lower than the Washington private school average of 29%.
What percentage of blue ribbon private high schools are religiously affiliated in Washington?
67% of blue ribbon private high schools in Washington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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