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Best Washington Private Schools (2025)

For the 2025 school year, there are 779 private schools serving 120,292 students in Washington (there are 2,565 public schools, serving 1,102,128 students). 10% of all K-12 students in Washington attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
The average private school tuition is $14,231 for elementary schools and $16,058 for high schools (view national tuition averages).
The top-ranked private schools in Washington include The Bear Creek School, Charles Wright Academy, and Annie Wright Schools.
The average acceptance rate is 85% (view national acceptance rates). Minority enrollment is 30% and the student:teacher ratio is 12:1.
49% of schools are religiously affiliated, with most being Christian or Catholic.

Top Ranked Washington Private Schools by County (2025)

County
# Schools
# Students
% of K-12 Students in Private Schools
13
2,149
5%
43
6,452
8%
335
56,348
17%
31
2,547
7%
60
11,848
8%
11
1,166
6%
59
13,596
15%
22
4,941
15%
18
2,533
5%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in Washington?
The top-ranked private schools in Washington include The Bear Creek School, Charles Wright Academy, and Annie Wright Schools.
How many private schools are located in Washington?
There are 779 private schools are located in Washington.
How much do private schools cost in Washington?
The average private school tuition in Washington is $14,231 for elementary schools and $16,058 for high schools
How diverse are private schools in Washington?
Approximately 30% of students in Washington private schools are minority students (compared to the national percentage).
What percentage of students in Washington go to private school?
10% of all K-12 students in Washington attend private schools (compared to the national average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in Washington?
49% of private schools in Washington are religiously affiliated, with most being Christian or Catholic.
Which private schools in Washington are often viewed compared to one another?

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