For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 909 students in 98168, WA (there are 16 public schools, serving 6,107 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in 98168, WA are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 98168, WA include Kennedy Catholic High School and Academy Schools.
The average acceptance rate is 78%, which is lower than the Washington private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
33% of private schools in 98168, WA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top Ranked 98168 Washington Private Schools (2025-26)
School
Location
Quick Facts
14601 Interurban Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 588-0860
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 588-0860
Gr: PK-12 | 48 students Avg. class size: 7 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Kennedy Catholic High School![Kennedy Catholic High School Photo]( "Kennedy Catholic High School Photo")
(Catholic)
140 S 140th St
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 246-0500
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 246-0500
Gr: 9-12 | 861 students Avg. class size: 23 students Sports: 19 | Extracurrculars: 42 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Daycare / Preschool
11626 Des Moines Memorial Dr
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 243-0780
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 243-0780
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
98168, Washington Private Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Burien SDA School (Closed 2006)
(Seventh Day Adventist)
14237 Des Moines Way S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 246-8433
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 246-8433
Gr: K-8 | 23 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked private schools in 98168, WA?
The top ranked private schools in 98168, WA include Kennedy Catholic High School and Academy Schools.
How many private schools are located in 98168?
3 private schools are located in 98168.
What percentage of students in 98168 go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in 98168 are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 98168?
33% of private schools in 98168 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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