Yellow Wood Academy (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

School Type: Special Program Emphasis
Grades: 4-12
Enrollment: 64 students
Yearly Tuition: $65,000
Acceptance rate: 90%
Average class size: 1 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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School Facts

School Type

School with Special Program Emphasis

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades 4-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade

Grade	Yellow Wood Academy
3	1
4	3
5	3
6	4
7	7
8	5
9	11
10	8
11	12
12	10

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Grade 10-11 highest with 22 students each, more than any other grade at Yellow Wood Academy.

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Autism Spectrum Distorder, ADHD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Variety in Processing Speeds, Working Memory, Executive Function

Year Founded

1981

Summer School Offered

Yes

Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 11, 2027

School Motto

Designed for Every Mind

Student Body

Total Students

64 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

38 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

2:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

1 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

We encourage students to dress in a way that is comfortable and expresses themselves.

Number of AP Courses

10 courses

List of Courses Offered

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Advanced Courses

AP BiologyAP Calculus AB & BC

AP ChemistryAP Computer Science

AP Human GeographyAP Literature and Composition

AP PhysicsAP Physics C: Electricity & Magnetism

AP Physics C: MechanicsAP Statistics

AP US Government and PoliticsAP US History

AP World HistoryOther AP classes may be able to be arranged

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS)
Accreditation International
Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$65,000

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Tuition Notes

Tuition is based on your personalized program but averages $60,000-$75,000 for a full time student. Part time programs available.

Summer Program Cost Notes

Tuition is based on number of sessions per week for a 5 week summer program. Cost is set by the program you choose.

Acceptance Rate

90%

National avg.: 85%

Admissions Director

Tyrell Hardtke

Admissions Associate

Jenny Wendorf

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Sports

Colors

Navy and Gold

School Mascot

Owl

School Notes

YWA is an accredited 4-12 non-profit, private school in Bellevue, WA. We offer 1:1 and small group instruction, specializing in individualized education. We serve students who are gifted and talented, have sensory needs and health impairments, and/or learning differences. We are also an OSPI-approved non-public agency, serving students from 16 school districts in Western Washington.

We serve students with a desire or need for a more flexible, individualized education
We welcome students with learning differences, tailoring curriculum and instruction to specific needs and interests
We have a low-sensory input environment that provides students with options that promote self-regulation
We offer core academic classes as well as an impressive array of electives, including Music, Arts, Engineering (Design Thinking), PE, and World Languages
Students have plenty of social opportunities through our clubs, social emotional learning class, and small group classes, with no more than 5 students per class.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Yellow Wood Academy cost?

Yellow Wood Academy's tuition is approximately $65,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Yellow Wood Academy?

The acceptance rate of Yellow Wood Academy is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 85%.

When is the application deadline for Yellow Wood Academy?

The application deadline for Yellow Wood Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Yellow Wood Academy located?

Yellow Wood Academy is located in the Lake Hills neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 3 other private schools located in Lake Hills.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Bellevue, WA is $24,499 for elementary schools and $30,565 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Bellevue, WA is 81% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).