For the 2026 school year, there are 2 private preschools serving 656 students in 98116, WA.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Washington private preschool average acceptance rate of 84%.
100% of private preschools in 98116, WA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
Top-Ranked 98116 Washington Private Preschools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Holy Rosary School ![Holy Rosary School Photo - Playground fun! Holy Rosary School Photo - Playground fun!]()

(Catholic)
4142 42nd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 937-7255
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 937-7255
Gr: PK-8 | 482 students Avg. class size: 26 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
4456 42nd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 935-8500
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 935-8500
Gr: PK-8 | 174 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 6 | Extracurrculars: 13 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
98116, Washington Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
St. Christopher Academy (Closed 2014)
Special Education School
4141 41st Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 246-9751
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 246-9751
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Seattle Lutheran High School (Closed 2024)
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
4100 SW Genesee Street
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 937-7722
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 937-7722
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
West Seattle Christian (Closed 2006)
(Christian)
4401 42nd Avenue Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 938-1414
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 938-1414
Gr: PK-8 | 145 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private preschools in 98116, WA?
How many private preschools are located in 98116?
2 private preschools are located in 98116.
What percentage of private preschools are religiously affiliated in 98116?
100% of private preschools in 98116 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).
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