Since 1973, Olympia Community School (OCS) has provided quality kindergarten through 5th grade education.
OCS children develop confidence through academic and creative achievement.
While acquisition of basic skills is essential to future success, we also believe that children deserve the opportunity to fully explore studies related to their own inherent abilities and interests.
To do so at an early age helps children to value their own perceptions, and to find self-determined paths in learning and in life that are fulfilling and productive.
We also believe that encouraging imagination and creative expression is essential in helping children to reach their full potential for learning and happiness.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 41 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,225
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Olympia Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Year Founded
1973
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
41 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
14 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,225
Tuition Notes
$250 Registration Fee to hold spot
% on Financial Aid
7%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,850
Acceptance Rate
90%
National avg.: 85%
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Olympia Community School cost?
Olympia Community School's tuition is approximately $12,225 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Olympia Community School?
The acceptance rate of Olympia Community School is 90%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What is Olympia Community School's ranking?
Olympia Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.
When is the application deadline for Olympia Community School?
The application deadline for Olympia Community School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 9/20/2024
We have three of our kids attending this school and we love it! The teachers are the best we have ever seen, and we have seen a positive impact on our kids from their influence. We love the community aspect and have made lifelong friends at the school. This is an opportunity to be extremely involved in our children's education, and we are so grateful we learned about the school.
5 2/23/2024
We enrolled our daughter at OCS the fall of 2023 and we are so happy we did. This unique school is dedicated to enthusiastically educating its students in a small setting with a personal touch. We've been blown away with our daughters accelerated skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and especially in her social and emotional skills and developmemt. OCS meets the children where they are and ensures each student gets attention and support the right way for them at the right time. We've re-enrolled her already and look forward to watching her continue to achieve beyond the norm.
5 2/9/2024
Our son has been at OCS since kindergarten and will be heading into the final year before middle school soon. His growth, both academically and emotionally, has been supported and nurtured by the wonderful staff. Classes are small enough to provide individual support and attention but big enough to provide rich social engagement.
5 12/2/2020
Love it! Our daughter has absolutely loved her experience here at OCS. They have a wonderful job adapting to the remote schooling and are preparing to go back when practical and safe at a new location! Awesome job, everyone!
5 5/2/2018
OCS has been an amazing fit for our family! We chose it for the small class size and adaptable curriculum. It has by far exceed our expectations. We are watching our son learn and grow right before our eyes. And the teachers are amazingly talented and caring!!!
5 4/23/2018
Both of my children have attended Olympia Community School since pre-K. It's an exceptional school and they have learned so much! The teachers are expert educators and focus on academics and social-emotional learning. We love the emphasis on the environment and caring for the community.
5 4/23/2018
My daughter attends Olympia Community School and I am so grateful that we found it. My daughter's favorite subject is science, which is lacking in public school elementary curriculum. She loves the outdoor exploration, frequent field trips, interaction with with all grade levels and the teachers' encouragement to follow her passions. I love that she is learning Spanish, community service and nonviolent communication skills. I appreciate having input in the school's management and enrichment activities. We intend for our daughter to stay at OCS through 5th grade.
5 4/23/2018
We first enrolled at Olympia Community School for their kindergarten program with the intent of transitioning to our local elementary for 1st thru 5th grades. That was 4yrs ago! The personalized programming for our son has made it easy to turn a non reader into an advent reader. The social/emotional values have provided him a safe and centered place to be sensitive, compassionate and understanding of the world around him. The purposeful education and the community awareness have made him a broader thinker and problem solver. The academics are taught in a manner that the understanding of each topic is deep and meaningful. And the best part is, he's enjoying the process! My only wish is they went through 8th grade!!Best elementary to create the right foundations for learning, worth every cent!
5 4/23/2018
OCS has provided the highest quality education for my children. My children learn deeply within all of the subject areas, with a strong emphasis on creativity and critical thinking. I feel very fortunate to be a part of the school`s community.
5 1/31/2013
My two sons attend Olympia Community School and lwe love it! We really appreciate the amazing teachers, the small class sizes, and the individualized education.
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