98225 Washington Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 11 private schools serving 1,265 students in 98225, WA (there are 17 public schools, serving 6,912 public students). 15% of all K-12 students in 98225, WA are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 98225, WA include Explorations Academy, The Franklin Academy, and Assumption Catholic School.
The average acceptance rate is 93%, which is higher than the Washington private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
36% of private schools in 98225, WA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Assembly of God).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 11
  • # Students Served: 1,265
  • Average Tuition: $10,163
  • Acceptance Rate: 93%
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 26%
  • View 98225 Washington School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 11
  • # Students Served: 1,265
  • Average Tuition: $10,163
  • Acceptance Rate: 93%
  • Average Class Size: 17 students
  • % Students of Color: 26%
  • View 98225 Washington School Trends

Top Ranked 98225 Washington Private Schools (2026-27)

Assumption Catholic School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 259 students
Avg. class size: 25 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 1
Catholic
2116 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 733-6133
(3)
Explorations Academy Photo
Gr: 6-12 | 48 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Alternative School
1701 Ellis St # 215
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 671-8085
(2)
Map of The Franklin Academy
Gr: NS-8 | 403 students
Sports: 4
Christian
1509 E. Victor Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 733-1750
Map of Alger Learning Center & Independence High School
Gr: PK-12
Alternative School
100 Pine Street Ste. 103
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 595-2630
Map of Blossom Childcare & Learning Center
Gr: PK-K | 30 students
Daycare / Preschool
2945 Douglas Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 752-2699
Map of Blue Heron Montessori School
Gr: PK-K | 42 students
Montessori School
920 24th St
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 306-3669
Map of Cascades Montessori Middle School
Gr: 7-8 | 25 students
Montessori School
2710 Mckenzie Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 306-8723
Map of Cedar Tree Montessori
Gr: PK-6 | 79 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Montessori School
2114 Broadway
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 714-1762
Gardenview Montessori Photo
Gr: PK-K | 80 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Montessori School
2117 Walnut St.
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 527-9638
Map of Hillcrest Kids
Gr: NS-5 | 187 students
Daycare / Preschool (Assembly of God)
1400 Larrabee Avenue
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 733-8135
Map of Trinity Classical School
Gr: K-8 | 112 students
Specialized Curriculum (Presbyterian)
2826 Birchwood Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 733-2695
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98225, Washington Private Schools (Closed)

Map of St. Paul's Academy
Gr: PK-8 | 273 students
Avg. class size: 10 students
Specialized Curriculum (Christian)
1509 E. Victor Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 733-1750
(1)

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 98225, WA?
The top ranked private schools in 98225, WA include Explorations Academy, The Franklin Academy, and Assumption Catholic School.
How many private schools are located in 98225?
11 private schools are located in 98225.
How diverse are private schools in 98225?
98225 private schools are approximately 26% minority students, which is lower than the Washington private school average of 32%.
What percentage of students in 98225 go to private school?
15% of all K-12 students in 98225 are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 98225?
36% of private schools in 98225 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Assembly of God).

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