The Kineo School Photo - LEARNING SET IN MOTION Every child deserves a school where they're seen, valued, and supported. At the Kineo School, we welcome neurodivergent learners, including those with ADHD, Autism, and other learning differences.

Best Washington Special Education Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

For the 2025-26 school year, there are 14 special education private elementary schools serving 1,017 students in Washington.
The top ranked special education private elementary schools in Washington include Hamlin Robinson School, Academy Schools, and The Kineo School.
The average acceptance rate is 59%, which is lower than the Washington private elementary school average acceptance rate of 81%.

Top Ranked Washington Special Education Private Elementary Schools (2025-26)

School
Location
Quick Facts
Academy Schools
Academy Schools Photo - Lower School
Special Education School
(4)
14601 Interurban Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 588-0860
Gr: PK-12 | 48 students Avg. class size: 7 students Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Hamlin Robinson School
Hamlin Robinson School Photo
Special Education School
(3)
1701 20th Ave S
Seattle, WA 98144
(206) 763-1167
Gr: 1-8 | 426 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
The Kineo School
The Kineo School Photo - LEARNING SET IN MOTION Every child deserves a school where they're seen, valued, and supported. At the Kineo School, we welcome neurodivergent learners, including those with ADHD, Autism, and other learning differences.
Special Education School
(8)
7525 132nd Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 394-9378
Gr: K-5 | 13 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Brock's Academy
Special Education School
17636 140th Ave Ne
Woodinville, WA 98072
(425) 483-1353
Gr: 2-12 | 30 students
Children's Institute For Learning Differences
Children's Institute For Learning Differences Photo - We help children move from feeling despair to feeling hopeful and skilled.
Special Education School
2640 Benson Road S
Renton, WA 98055
(425) 336-3260
Gr: 2-12 | 48 students Avg. class size: 8 students Tuition listed
Dolan Learning Center Llc
Special Education School
18500 156th Ave Ne Ste 204
Woodinville, WA 98072
(425) 488-3587
Gr: 3-12 | 13 students
Excelsior Youth Center
Special Education School
3754 W Indian Trl Rd
Spokane, WA 99208
(509) 559-3158
Gr: 4-12 | 33 students
Morningside Academy
Morningside Academy Photo
Special Education School
1605 17th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 709-9500
Gr: 1-9 | 90 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
New Horizon School
New Horizon School Photo
Special Education School
(17)
1111 S Carr Road
Renton, WA 98055
(142) 522-6371
Gr: 4-12 | 50 students Avg. class size: 8 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Northwest School Deaf And Hard-of-hearing Children
Special Education School
15303 Westminster Way N
Seattle, WA 98133
(206) 364-4605
Gr: PK-8 | 48 students Avg. class size: 6 students
Nw School Of Innovative Learning
Special Education School
1321 Martin Luther King Jr Way
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 272-8111
Gr: 4-11 | 15 students
Overlake Specialty School
Special Education School
2610 116th Ave Ne
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 635-6711
Gr: 3-12 | 54 students
Salish Sea Deaf School
Special Education School
715 Seafarers Way Ste 102
Anacortes, WA 98221
(360) 419-6946
Gr: K-7 | 15 students
Yellow Wood Academy
Yellow Wood Academy Photo - We are so proud of our YWA graduates!
Special Education School
9655 SE 36th Street,
Mercer Island, WA 98040
(206) 236-1095
Gr: K-12 | 134 students Avg. class size: 1 student Tuition & acceptance rate listed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked special education private elementary schools in Washington?
The top ranked special education private elementary schools in Washington include Hamlin Robinson School, Academy Schools, and The Kineo School.
How many special education private elementary schools are located in Washington?
14 special education private elementary schools are located in Washington.
How diverse are special education private elementary schools in Washington?
Washington special education private elementary schools are approximately 27% minority students, which is lower than the Washington private school average of 31%.

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