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Emerald Heights Academy
Visitation Catholic Stem Academy

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

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 2 private elementary 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 elementary 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 elementary school average acceptance rate of 83%.
100% of private elementary 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 Elementary 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 elementary schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Washington?
The top ranked private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) in Washington is Visitation Catholic Stem Academy.
How many private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are located in Washington?
2 private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are located in Washington.
What percentage of private elementary schools belonging to National Association of Private Catholic and Independent Schools (NAPCIS) are religiously affiliated in Washington?
100% of private elementary 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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