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Oldest Private Preschools in Washington

The average private preschool in Washington was founded around 1979 (2024-25).
The oldest private preschool in Washington is Annie Wright Schools, founded in 1884.
Year Founded Range: 1884 1951 Avg. Year Founded: 1923

Oldest Private Preschools in Washington (2024-25)

School
Founding Date
Grades
Location
Rank: #11.
Annie Wright Schools
Annie Wright Schools Photo - Founded in 1884, Annie Wright Schools are nestled in the beautiful North End neighborhood of Tacoma, Washington. Our historic campus includes an indoor pool, two gyms, science and technology labs, art and music studios, theater, outdoor gardens, play areas, athletic fields and open spaces.
(Episcopal)
(2)
Founding Date: 1884
Grades: NS-12
827 N Tacoma Ave
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 272-2216
Rank: #22.
Saint Patrick Catholic School
Saint Patrick Catholic School Photo
(Catholic)
(7)
Founding Date: 1893
Grades: NS-8
1112 North G Street
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 274-4134
Rank: #33.
Parkland Lutheran Church & School
Parkland Lutheran Church & School Photo
(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)
Founding Date: 1894
Grades: PK-8
120 123rd Street South
Tacoma, WA 98444
(253) 537-1901
Rank: #44.
Yakima Adventist Christian School
Yakima Adventist Christian School Photo
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Founding Date: 1903
Grades: PK-10
1200 City Reservoir Rd
Yakima, WA 98908
(509) 966-1933
Rank: #55.
Cascade Christian Academy
Cascade Christian Academy Photo - CCA high school students on Make A Difference Day, cleaning up at Camp Zanika.
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(5)
Founding Date: 1905
Grades: PK-12
600 N Western Ave
Wenatchee, WA 98801
(509) 662-2723
Rank: #66.
St. Alphonsus School
St. Alphonsus School Photo
(Catholic)
(1)
Founding Date: 1907
Grades: PK-8
5816 15th Ave NW
Seattle, WA 98107
(206) 782-4363
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Ebenezer Christian School
(Christian)
Founding Date: 1910
Grades: PK-8
9390 Guide Meridian Rd
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-2632
Rank: #7 - 87. - 8.
Lynden Christian School
(Christian)
Founding Date: 1910
Grades: PK-12
417 Lyncs Dr
Lynden, WA 98264
(360) 354-5492
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Bethlehem Lutheran School
(Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
Founding Date: 1911
Grades: PK-8
2505 W. 27th Ave.
Kennewick, WA 99337
(509) 582-5624
Rank: #9 - 109. - 10.
Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy
Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy Photo - Food Bank Drive! Helping our community!
(Catholic)
(1)
Founding Date: 1911
Grades: PK-8
504 S 30th St
Tacoma, WA 98402
(253) 272-7012
Rank: #1111.
Colville Valley Junior Academy
Colville Valley Junior Academy Photo - We do alot of listening and learning here.
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Founding Date: 1912
Grades: PK-8
139 E Cedar Loop
Colville, WA 99114
(509) 684-6830
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Assumption Catholic School
Assumption Catholic School Photo - Assumption Catholic School Welcomes YOU!
(Catholic)
(3)
Founding Date: 1913
Grades: PK-8
2116 Cornwall Ave
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 733-6133
Rank: #12 - 1312. - 13.
Holy Rosary School
Holy Rosary School Photo - Kindergarteners having fun at recess!
(Catholic)
Founding Date: 1913
Grades: PK-8
4142 42nd Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98116
(206) 937-7255
Rank: #1414.
Cataldo Catholic School at St. Augustine's
Cataldo Catholic School at St. Augustine's Photo
(Catholic)
(2)
Founding Date: 1915
Grades: PK-8
455 W 18th Ave
Spokane, WA 99203
(509) 624-8759
Rank: #1515.
Buena Vista Sda School
(Seventh Day Adventist)
Founding Date: 1919
Grades: PK-8
3320 Academy Drive SE
Auburn, WA 98092
(253) 833-0718
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Lewis County Adventist School
Lewis County Adventist School Photo - We are in a quiet and beautiful country setting, just outside the city limits of Chehalis. Grades offered are Preschool-10th. Our school sits on a hill and has a fantastic view of Mt. Rainier, Mt. St. Helens and Mt. Adams.
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(3)
Founding Date: 1922
Grades: PK-10
2102 S. Scheuber Rd.
Chehalis, WA 98532
(360) 748-3213
Rank: #16 - 1716. - 17.
Olympia Christian School
Olympia Christian School Photo
(Seventh Day Adventist)
(1)
Founding Date: 1922
Grades: PK-8
1215 Ethel St NW
Olympia, WA 98502
(360) 352-1831
Rank: #18 - 1918. - 19.
St. John School
St. John School Photo - Grandparents' and Friends' Day
(Catholic)
Founding Date: 1923
Grades: PK-8
120 N 79th Street
Seattle, WA 98103
(206) 783-0337
Rank: #18 - 1918. - 19.
St. Joseph School
(Catholic)
Founding Date: 1923
Grades: PK-8
123 Sw 6th St
Chehalis, WA 98532
(360) 748-0961
Rank: #2020.
Visitation Catholic Stem Academy
Visitation Catholic Stem Academy Photo - Visitation Catholic STEM Academy building with Church of the Visitation Parish next door.
(Catholic)
(1)
Founding Date: 1925
Grades: PK-8
3306 S 58th St
Tacoma, WA 98409
(253) 474-6424
Rank: #21 - 2221. - 22.
Everett Christian School
(1)
Founding Date: 1926
Grades: PK-8
2221 Cedar St
Everett, WA 98201
(425) 259-3213
Rank: #21 - 2221. - 22.
St. Mary School
St. Mary School Photo
(Catholic)
(7)
Founding Date: 1926
Grades: NS-8
518 N H Street
Aberdeen, WA 98520
(360) 532-1230
Rank: #23 - 2523. - 25.
Holy Family School
(Catholic)
Founding Date: 1927
Grades: NS-8
9615 20th Ave Sw
Seattle, WA 98106
(206) 767-6640
Rank: #23 - 2523. - 25.
St. Anthony Elementary School
St. Anthony Elementary School Photo
(Catholic)
Founding Date: 1927
Grades: PK-8
336 Shattuck Avenue S
Renton, WA 98057
(425) 255-0059
Rank: #23 - 2523. - 25.
St. Therese Catholic Academy
St. Therese Catholic Academy Photo
(Catholic)
Founding Date: 1927
Grades: NS-8
900 35th Ave
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 324-0460
Rank: #2626.
Trinity Catholic School
(Catholic)
Founding Date: 1928
Grades: PK-8
2315 N. Cedar
Spokane, WA 99205
(509) 327-9369
Rank: #2727.
Christ The King School
(Catholic)
Founding Date: 1939
Grades: NS-8
415 N 117th St
Seattle, WA 98133
(206) 364-6890
Rank: #2828.
St. Catherine School
(Catholic)
Founding Date: 1941
Grades: PK-8
8524 8th Ave Ne
Seattle, WA 98115
(206) 525-0581
Rank: #2929.
Seattle Hebrew Academy
(Jewish)
Founding Date: 1947
Grades: PK-8
1617 Interlaken Dr E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 323-5750
Rank: #30 - 3130. - 31.
Founding Date: 1949
Grades: PK-8
1321 E Division Street
Mount Vernon, WA 98274
(360) 428-3912
Rank: #30 - 3130. - 31.
Northwest Christian Schools
Northwest Christian Schools Photo
(Christian)
(2)
Founding Date: 1949
Grades: NS-12
5104 E Bernhill Road
Colbert, WA 99005
(509) 238-4005
Rank: #32 - 3432. - 34.
Bellevue Christian School
Bellevue Christian School Photo - Bellevue Christian is a thriving independent school with three campuses in Medina, Clyde Hill and Woodinville. We have a 70-year history on Seattle's Eastside, helping prepare students to live faithfully for God. BCS is a unique place where students can find their identity in the Lord, discover their gifts, and learn how they can give themselves away for the Glory.
(Christian)
(3)
Founding Date: 1950
Grades: NS-12
1701 98th Ave Ne
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 460-3300
Rank: #32 - 3432. - 34.
King's Schools
King's Schools Photo - Junior High Armor Adventure.
(Christian)
Founding Date: 1950
Grades: PK-12
19303 Fremont Ave. N.
Seattle, WA 98133
(206) 289-7783
Rank: #32 - 3432. - 34.
Villa Academy
Villa Academy Photo
(Catholic)
(5)
Founding Date: 1950
Grades: PK-8
5001 Ne 50th Street
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 524-8885
Rank: #35 - 3835. - 38.
Montessori Academy At Spring Valley
Montessori Academy At Spring Valley Photo - Come visit our beautiful, wooded 14-acre campus.
Montessori School
(1)
Founding Date: 1951
Grades: PK-8
36605 Pacific Highway S
Federal Way, WA 98003
(253) 874-0563
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Washington average private preschools founding year?
The Washington average private preschools founding year is 1979 for 2024-25.
What are the private preschools with oldest founding year in Washington?
The top ranked private preschools in Washington include Annie Wright Schools, Saint Patrick Catholic School and Parkland Lutheran Church & School.

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