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98501 Washington Private Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 9 private schools serving 845 students in 98501, WA (there are 15 public schools, serving 7,807 public students). 10% of all K-12 students in 98501, WA are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private schools in 98501, WA include St. Michael School, Sunrise Beach School, and Olympia Community School.
The average acceptance rate is 87%, which is higher than the Washington private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
22% of private schools in 98501, WA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 845
  • Average Tuition: $11,000
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 20%
  • Acceptance Rate: 87%
  • Average Class Size: 14 students
  • % Students of Color: 20%
  • View 98501 Washington School Trends

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Private Schools: 9
  • # Students Served: 845
  • Average Tuition: $11,000
  • % Students on Financial Aid: 20%
  • Acceptance Rate: 87%
  • Average Class Size: 14 students
  • % Students of Color: 20%
  • View 98501 Washington School Trends

Top Ranked 98501 Washington Private Schools (2026-27)

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NOVA Middle School
Gr: 6-8 | 105 students
Avg. class size: 16 students
Sports: 1 | Extracurriculars: 9
Specialized Curriculum
2020 22nd Ave SE
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 491-7097
(5)
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Olympia Community School
Gr: PK-5 | 35 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
1939 Karen Frazier Rd. SE
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 866-8047
(11)
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St. Michael School
Gr: PK-8 | 245 students
Catholic
1204 11th Ave Se
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 754-5131
(1)
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Sunrise Beach School
Gr: PK-11 | 50 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 1
Christian
1601 North Street SE
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 791-8348
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Capital Montessori School
Gr: PK-1 | 61 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Extracurriculars: 1
Montessori School
730 Lilly Rd SE
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 438-3639
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Capitol Childcare Center
Gr: NS-PK
Daycare / Preschool
106 Maple Park Ave SE
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 800-5051
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Olympia Waldorf School
Gr: PK-8 | 153 students
Avg. class size: 15 students
Waldorf School
8126 Normandy St
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 493-0906
(5)
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Serendipity Academy
Gr: NS-5 | 76 students
Sports: 5
Daycare / Preschool
4315 Tumwater Valley Drive
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 515-5457
(3)
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Serendipity Academy At The Lodge
Gr: K-5 | 120 students
Avg. class size: 8 students
Sports: 5
4833 Tumwater Valley Drive Se
Olympia, WA 98501
(360) 786-0197
(1)
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 98501, WA?
The top ranked private schools in 98501, WA include St. Michael School, Sunrise Beach School, and Olympia Community School.
How many private schools are located in 98501?
9 private schools are located in 98501.
How diverse are private schools in 98501?
98501 private schools are approximately 20% minority students, which is lower than the Washington private school average of 32%.
What percentage of students in 98501 go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in 98501 are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 98501?
22% of private schools in 98501 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Catholic and Christian).

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