Westside School is West Seattle's premier preschool through eighth grade independent school.
We offer an inquiry-based, integrated curriculum that includes strong academic basics along with Mandarin, Spanish, PE, music, visual arts, and performing arts.
Each grade has space for 40 students, with 20 students in a classroom.
Preschool through fourth grade, each class is staffed with a teacher and an instructional assistant
Preschool class size is 15; Pre-Kindergarten class size is 18; our K-4th grade classes range from 16-20. We will occasionally enroll more than 20 students in a class under exceptional circumstances; Middle School averages 16-20 per class.
Our student-teacher ratio is approximately 7:1, which includes our classroom lead teachers, instructional assistants, and specialist teachers.
Middle School offers science, math, social studies, language arts, world languages, and exploratories.
Middle School students venture out on two outdoor trips a year and participate in interscholastic sports.
From fifth grade up, we are a one-to-one Chromebook school.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 385 students
- Yearly Tuition: $24,200
- Acceptance rate: 60%
- Average class size: 38 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 16
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Westside School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1981
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Student Body
Total Students
385 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
70%
Average Class Size
38 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 16
Yearly Tuition Cost
$24,200
Tuition Notes
PS and PK Tuition is $21,300
Kindergarten-4th Grade is $24,200
Middle School Tuition is $24,200
% on Financial Aid
23%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$13,200
Acceptance Rate
60%
National avg.: 81%
Admissions Director
Alysse Mastrude
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Middle School Theater Club
Middle School Theater Club
School Notes
At Westside School, joyful learning is at the forefront of
education. It is a place where imagination is invited, all students
are seen and heard, and students learn through experience to
achieve academic success. Supported by a caring community on our
beautiful West Seattle campus, we teach each individual
(preschool-8th grade) with the goal of fostering confident lifelong
learners who are engaged and good citizens.
Our Core Values:
Our Core Values:
- Joyful Learning
- Caring Community
- Confident Learners
- High Academic Standards
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Westside School cost?
Westside School's tuition is approximately $24,200 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Westside School?
The acceptance rate of Westside School is 60%, which is lower than the national average of 81%. Westside School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Washington with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Westside School offer?
Westside School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Westside School's ranking?
Westside School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Westside School?
The application deadline for Westside School is Jan. 16.
In what neighborhood is Westside School located?
Westside School is located in the West Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 2 other private schools located in West Seattle.
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