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Emerald Heights Academy
Visitation Catholic Stem Academy

Best Washington Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) serving 184 students in Washington. You can also find more schools membership associations in Washington.
The top ranked private school belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent School (NAPCIS) in Washington is Visitation Catholic Stem Academy.
The average acceptance rate is 94%, which is higher than the Washington private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
100% of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Washington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • # Private Schools: 2

Top Ranked Private Schools Belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Washington (2026-27)

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Visitation Catholic Stem Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 137 students
Avg. class size: 11 students
Sports: 4 | Extracurriculars: 11
Catholic
3306 S 58th St
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 474-6424
(1)
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Emerald Heights Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 47 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Extracurriculars: 3
Catholic
5130 164th Ave SE
Bellevue, WA 98006
(425) 643-1671
(6)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Washington?
The top ranked private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Washington is Visitation Catholic Stem Academy.
How many private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are located in Washington?
2 private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are located in Washington.
What percentage of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are religiously affiliated in Washington?
100% of private schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Washington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
2
Private Schools
184
Students
$8,896
Avg. Tuition
54%
Students of Color
10:1
Student-Teacher Ratio

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