For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private elementary schools serving 869 students in 98040, WA.
The top ranked private elementary schools in 98040, WA include St. Monica Catholic School and French American School of Puget Sound.
The average acceptance rate is 70%, which is lower than the Washington private elementary school average acceptance rate of 81%.
33% of private elementary schools in 98040, WA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 98040 Washington Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
3795 East Mercer Way
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 275-3533
Gr: PK-8 | 473 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 5 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4320 87th Avenue SE
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 232-5432
Gr: NS-12 | 262 students Avg. class size: 21 students Extracurrculars: 17 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Special Education School
9655 SE 36th Street,
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-1095
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-1095
Gr: K-12 | 134 students Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed
98040, Washington Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
American Academy (Closed 2015)
(Christian)
7834 Se 32nd St
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 230-5672
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 230-5672
Gr: 1-12 | 25 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private elementary schools in 98040, WA?
The top ranked private elementary schools in 98040, WA include St. Monica Catholic School and French American School of Puget Sound.
How many private elementary schools are located in 98040?
3 private elementary schools are located in 98040.
What percentage of private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in 98040?
33% of private elementary schools in 98040 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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