For the 2026 school year, there are 6 private schools serving 1,100 students in 98801, WA (there are 18 public schools, serving 7,216 public students). 13% of all K-12 students in 98801, WA are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
The top-ranked private schools in 98801, WA include Cascade Christian Academy, The River Academy, and St. Joseph Catholic School-wenatchee.
The average acceptance rate is 72%, which is lower than the Washington private school average acceptance rate of 82%.
67% of private schools in 98801, WA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).
Top-Ranked 98801 Washington Private Schools (2026)
School
Location
Quick Facts
600 N Western Ave
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 662-2723
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 662-2723
Gr: PK-12 | 444 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
650 Crawford Ave
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 665-2415
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 665-2415
Gr: PK-12 | 266 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph Catholic School-wenatchee
(Catholic)
600 Saint Joseph Pl
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 663-2644
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 663-2644
Gr: PK-5 | 150 students Tuition listed
Childrens Gate Montessori School
Montessori School
1425 Cherry St.
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 886-0533
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 886-0533
Gr: PK-K | 28 students
Joyful Scholars Montessori Continuation School
Montessori School
249 S. Mission St
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 699-8286
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 699-8286
Gr: PK-9 | 76 students Tuition listed
312 Palouse St
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 662-4757
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 662-4757
Gr: PK-10 | 136 students Avg. class size: 12 students Tuition listed
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked private schools in 98801, WA?
The top-ranked private schools in 98801, WA include Cascade Christian Academy, The River Academy, and St. Joseph Catholic School-wenatchee.
How many private schools are located in 98801?
6 private schools are located in 98801.
How diverse are private schools in 98801?
98801 private schools are approximately 18% minority students, which is lower than the Washington private school average of 31%.
What percentage of students in 98801 go to private school?
13% of all K-12 students in 98801 are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 98801?
67% of private schools in 98801 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Seventh Day Adventist and Catholic).
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