Archbishop Murphy High School Photo - Homecoming

Best Everett Private Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 16 private schools serving 2,692 students in Everett, WA (there are 44 public schools, serving 23,068 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in Everett, WA are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in Everett, WA include Our Lady of Hope School, Northshore Christian Academy, and Archbishop Murphy High School.
The average tuition cost is $9,984, which is lower than the Washington private school average tuition cost of $15,524.
44% of private schools in Everett, WA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Top-Ranked Everett Private Schools (2026)

School
Location
Quick Facts
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 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Archbishop Murphy High School
Archbishop Murphy High School Photo - Homecoming
(Catholic)
(4)
12911 39th Ave SE
Everett, WA 98208
(425) 332-3043
Gr: 9-12 | 446 students Avg. class size: 19 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 23 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Everett Christian School
(1)
2221 Cedar St
Everett, WA 98201
(425) 259-3213
Gr: PK-8 | 81 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Our Lady of Hope School
Our Lady of Hope School Photo - A preschool - 8th grade Catholic School located in beautiful North Everett. Every day we inspire our students to grow in faith, intellect and character. Values that will last a lifetime.
(Catholic)
(8)
2508 Hoyt Ave
Everett, WA 98201
(425) 349-7777
Gr: PK-8 | 224 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
St. Mary Magdalen Catholic School
St. Mary Magdalen Catholic School Photo - SMM Strings Orchestra Rehearsing
(Catholic)
(6)
8615 7th Ave SE
Everett, WA 98208
(425) 353-7559
Gr: PK-8 | 375 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
A World Discovery Montessori School
Montessori School
10814 7th Ave Se
Everett, WA 98208
(425) 355-3180
Gr: PK-K | 36 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 4
Calvary Christian Academy
Calvary Christian Academy Photo
Special Program Emphasis (Christian)
8501 Valhalla Drive
Everett, WA 98208
(425) 205-9023
Gr: PK-K Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Everett KinderCare
Everett KinderCare Photo - Everett KinderCare Front
Daycare / Preschool
5 West Casino Rd.
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 348-5444
Gr: NS-PK
Everett Montessori Academy
Montessori School
2702 Rockefeller Ave
Everett, WA 98201
(425) 244-1918
Gr: 2-12 | 22 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Forest Park Adventist Christian School
Forest Park Adventist Christian School Photo
(Seventh Day Adventist)
4120 Federal Ave
Everett, WA 98203
(425) 258-6911
Gr: K-8 | 40 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Montessori Schools Of Snohomish County
Montessori School
1804 Puget Drive
Everett, WA 98203
(425) 355-1311
Gr: NS-6 | 114 students Avg. class size: 14 students Tuition listed
Penny Creek KinderCare
Penny Creek KinderCare Photo - Penny Creek KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
13108 39th Ave SE
Everett, WA 98208
(425) 385-2899
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
Rise Up Academy
Rise Up Academy Photo
Daycare / Preschool
(3)
11229 4th Ave W
Everett, WA 98204
(425) 267-9689
Gr: PK-K | 52 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Silver Lake KinderCare
Silver Lake KinderCare Photo - Silver Lake KinderCare
Daycare / Preschool
(2)
1810 100th Place Southeast
Everett, WA 98208
(425) 745-1810
Gr: NS-PK | 50 students
Small World Montessori
Montessori School
(1)
12810-35th Ave SE
Everett, WA 98208
(425) 338-7771
Gr: PK-K | 55 students Avg. class size: 14 students
Starbright Early Learning Center
Starbright Early Learning Center Photo - Challenging and fun early childhood education and full-day kindergarten with college certified teachers who love to teach!
Special Program Emphasis
(1)
607 Se Everett Mall Way Ste 13
Everett, WA 98208
(425) 514-5972
Gr: PK-2 | 66 students Tuition listed
[+] Show Closed Private Schools in Everett, Washington

Everett, Washington Private Schools (Closed)

School
Location
Quick Facts
13000 21st Dr Se
Everett, WA 98208
(425) 337-6992
Gr: PK-12 | 242 students
9717 31st Ave SE
Everett, WA 98208
(425) 337-8868
Gr: PK-12 Tuition listed

Overview

This Town (Everett)
This State (WA)
# Schools
16 Schools

Student Body:

# Students
2,692 Students
120,562 Students
% Average Students of Color
43%
31%

Academics and Faculty:

# Teachers
186 Teachers
9,955 Teachers
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
% Average Faculty w/Advanced Degree
46%
58%
Average Class Size
15 students
16 students
Average Number of AP Courses
11 courses
10 courses
Average SAT score
1140
(Out of 1600)
1260
Average ACT score
24
(Out of 36)
29

Tuition and Acceptance Rate:

Average Yearly Tuition Cost
$9,984
$15,524
Average Summer Program Cost
$1,600
$802
Average % on Financial Aid
32%
29%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
$8,921
Average Acceptance Rate
94%
82%

Students by Ethnicity:

0.65
0.64
# American Indian Students
57 Students
1,235 Students
% American Indian Students
2%
1%
# Asian Students
155 Students
9,056 Students
% Asian Students
6%
8%
# Hispanic Students
147 Students
6,317 Students
% Hispanic Students
6%
5%
# Black Students
66 Students
3,831 Students
% Black Students
2%
3%
# White Students
1,072 Students
59,335 Students
% White Students
41%
50%
# Hawaiian Students
16 Students
658 Students
% Hawaiian Students
1%
1%
# Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
% of Two or more races Students
n/a
n/a
# Others Students
1,118 Students
38,618 Students
% of Others Students
42%
32%
All Ethnic Groups

Extracurriculars and Sports:

Average Number of Extracurriculars
10 extracurriculars
7 extracurriculars
Average Number of Sports
6 sports
6 sports

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked private schools in Everett, WA?
The top-ranked private schools in Everett, WA include Our Lady of Hope School, Northshore Christian Academy, and Archbishop Murphy High School.
How many private schools are located in Everett?
16 private schools are located in Everett.
How much do private schools cost in Everett?
The average tuition cost is $9,984, which is lower than the Washington private school average tuition cost of $15,524.
How diverse are private schools in Everett?
Everett private schools are approximately 43% minority students, which is higher than the Washington private school average of 31%.
What percentage of students in Everett go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Everett are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Everett?
44% of private schools in Everett are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).
Which private schools in Everett are often viewed compared to one another?

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