For the 2026 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 525 students in 98465, WA (there are 2 public schools, serving 999 public students). 34% of all K-12 students in 98465, WA are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private school in 98465, WA is St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 98%, which is higher than the Washington private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
33% of private schools in 98465, WA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
Top-Ranked 98465 Washington Private Schools (2026)
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Location
Quick Facts
7112 S 12th St
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 564-5185
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 564-5185
Gr: PK-8 | 502 students Avg. class size: 25 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
620 South Shirley Street
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 759-9570
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 759-9570
Gr: 9-12 Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
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Daycare / Preschool
635 South Mildred Street
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 565-1671
Tacoma, WA 98465
(253) 565-1671
Gr: NS-PK | 23 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 98465, WA?
The top-ranked private schools in 98465, WA is St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 98465?
3 private schools are located in 98465.
What percentage of students in 98465 go to private school?
34% of all K-12 students in 98465 are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 98465?
33% of private schools in 98465 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic).
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