98116 Washington Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 776 students in 98116, WA (there are 5 public schools, serving 3,748 public students). 17% of all K-12 students in 98116, WA are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 98116, WA include Holy Rosary School and Hope Lutheran School.
The average acceptance rate is 95%, which is higher than the Washington private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
67% of private schools in 98116, WA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

Quick Facts (26-27)

Quick Facts (26-27)

Top Ranked 98116 Washington Private Schools (2026-27)

Holy Rosary School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 482 students
Avg. class size: 26 students
Sports: 5 | Extracurriculars: 6
Catholic
4142 42nd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 937-7255
Hope Lutheran School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 192 students
Avg. class size: 18 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 14
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
4456 42nd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 935-8500
(3)
Tilden School Photo
Gr: K-5 | 102 students
4105 California Avenue SW
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 938-4628
(8)
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98116, Washington Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. Christopher Academy
Gr: 9-12 | 20 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Special Education School
4141 41st Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 246-9751
(1)
Seattle Lutheran High School Photo
Gr: 9-12 | 69 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Lutheran Church Missouri Synod
4100 SW Genesee Street
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 937-7722
Map of West Seattle Christian
Gr: PK-8 | 145 students
Christian
4401 42nd Avenue Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 938-1414

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 98116, WA?
The top ranked private schools in 98116, WA include Holy Rosary School and Hope Lutheran School.
How many private schools are located in 98116?
3 private schools are located in 98116.
What percentage of students in 98116 go to private school?
17% of all K-12 students in 98116 are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 98116?
67% of private schools in 98116 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Lutheran Church Missouri Synod).

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