Explorations Academy Photo - Here are some of our students feeling triumphant on a multi-day backpacking trip, enjoying the beauty and bounty of our region. Explorations students develop a sense of leadership, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility both in the classroom and on the field.

Top 10 Best Washington Alternative Private Elementary Schools (2024-25)

For the 2024-25 school year, there are 32 alternative private elementary schools serving 1,516 students in Washington.
The top ranked alternative private elementary schools in Washington include Academy Schools, All-Star Academy, and The Kineo School.
The average tuition cost is $21,594, which is higher than the Washington private elementary school average tuition cost of $14,168.
22% of alternative private elementary schools in Washington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Brethren).

Top Ranked Washington Alternative Private Elementary Schools (2024-25)

School
Location
Grades
Students
Dartmoor School
Dartmoor School Photo - One-to-One instruction helps students excel
Alternative School
2800 Northup Way, Suite 120
Bellevue, WA 98004
(425) 885-6296
Grades: 1-12
| 43 students
Dartmoor School
Dartmoor School Photo - One-to-One lnstruction
Alternative School
(1)
22500 SE 64th PL, #150
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 427-1400
Grades: 4-12
| 23 students
Dartmoor School
Dartmoor School Photo - Dartmoor School Seattle Campus
Alternative School
6515 15th Ave NE
Seattle, WA 98115
(425) 885-6296
Grades: 1-12
| 37 students
Dartmoor School
Dartmoor School Photo - Dartmoor Bothell Campus
Alternative School
19515 North Creek Pkwy. #208
Bothell, WA 98011
(425) 885-6296
Grades: 1-12
| 29 students
Academy Northwest Offices
Academy Northwest Offices Photo - Academy Northwest is an affordable private Christian school with full time programs, as well as home education extension programs for grades k - 12.
Alternative School (Christian)
(1)
P.O. Box 664 Mukilteo, WA
Mukilteo, WA 98275
(206) 246-9227
Grades: K-12
| 298 students
Academy Schools
Academy Schools Photo - Lower School
Alternative School
(4)
14601 Interurban Ave S
Seattle, WA 98168
(206) 588-0860
Grades: PK-12
| 48 students
All-Star Academy
All-Star Academy Photo - We serve PreK-8th families that are looking for their bored or mismanaged student to receive a high-quality, enjoyable education.
Alternative School
30355 SE High Point Way
Issaquah, WA 98027
(425) 526-4600
Grades: PK-8
| n/a students
Brightmont Academy - Redmond
Brightmont Academy - Redmond Photo - Taking individual courses at Brightmont Academy offers an effective one-to-one instruction alternative for students to learn concepts and skills by progressing at their own pace.
Alternative School
7345 164th Ave NE, Ste I-135
Redmond, WA 98052
(425) 373-0800
Grades: 1-12
| n/a students
Explorations Academy
Explorations Academy Photo - Here are some of our students feeling triumphant on a multi-day backpacking trip, enjoying the beauty and bounty of our region. Explorations students develop a sense of leadership, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility both in the classroom and on the field.
Alternative School
(2)
1701 Ellis St # 215
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 671-8085
Grades: 6-12
| 33 students
The Kineo School
The Kineo School Photo - THIS IS LEARNING SET IN MOTION
Alternative School
(3)
7525 132nd Ave NE
Kirkland, WA 98033
(425) 394-9378
Grades: K-5
| 10 students
Academy For Precision Learning
Academy For Precision Learning Photo - Welcome to APL, where we celebrate neurodiversity!
Alternative School
5031 University Way Ne
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 427-0115
Grades: K-12
| 67 students
Alger Learning Center & Independence High School
Alternative School
100 Pine Street Ste. 103
Bellingham, WA 98225
(360) 595-2630
Grades: PK-12
| n/a students
The Bridge School
Alternative School
The Bridge School 10300 28th Ave SW Seattle, WA 98146
Seattle, WA 98166
(206) 922-1202
Grades: K-5
| 42 students
Brightmont Academy
Alternative School
12360 Ne 8th St # 210
Bellevue, WA 98005
(425) 373-0800
Grades: 6-12
| 30 students
Cedar Park Christian School-lynnwood Campus
Alternative School (Christian)
17931 64th Ave W
Lynnwood, WA 98037
(928) 460-1088
Grades: PK-5
| 177 students
Childrens Village Salmon Creek
Alternative School
(2)
1900 Ne 129th St
Vancouver, WA 98686
(360) 573-1144
Grades: K-1
| 63 students
Chrysalis School
Chrysalis School Photo - Instruction is offered both one-on-one, and in small groups, so the academic setting best suits the individual needs of the students.
Alternative School
(2)
15900 Woodinville-Redmond Rd
Woodinville, WA 98072
(425) 481-2228
Grades: K-12
| 177 students
Columbia Industries-education
Alternative School
900 S. Dayton
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 582-4142
Grades: 5-9
| 8 students
Creator's House, an Acton Academy
Creator's House, an Acton Academy Photo - Do you still believe in heroes? Do you believe that character still matters? Do you believe that learning to be and learning to do are more important than textbooks alone? We do!
Alternative School
14520 100th Ave NE
Bothell, WA 98011
(425) 409-9435
Grades: K-7
| n/a students
Dartmoor Schools
Alternative School
11812 N Creek Pkwy N Ste 102
Bothell, WA 98011
(425) 482-9361
Grades: 5-12
| 11 students
Family House Academy
Alternative School
1220 Carroll Rd
Kelso, WA 98626
(360) 425-7481
Grades: K-8
| 26 students
Gateway Learning Center
Alternative School
1157 3rd Ave Suite 125
Longview, WA 98632
(360) 577-3939
Grades: K-12
| 42 students
Independence High School
Alternative School
121 Alder Dr
Sedro Woolley, WA 98284
(360) 595-2630
Grades: 2-12
| 16 students
Jewish Day School Of Metropolitan Seattle
Jewish Day School Of Metropolitan Seattle Photo - Students enjoy extensive experiential learning opportunities and field trips including camping experiences in the Cascades. Students also visit local watersheds, learn about the salmon habitat and have overnight trips to local environmental camps.
Alternative School (Jewish)
(11)
15749 NE 4th Street
Bellevue, WA 98008
(425) 460-0200
Grades: PK-8
| 94 students
Kardia Classical School
Alternative School (Christian)
14751 N Kelsey St Ste 105 #243
Monroe, WA 98272
(360) 453-7334
Grades: K-7
| 30 students
Project Patch
Alternative School (Seventh Day Adventist)
Po Box 820209
Vancouver, WA 98682
(360) 406-4789
Grades: 7-12
| 19 students
Puget Sound Community School
Puget Sound Community School Photo
Alternative School
(2)
660 S Dearborn St
Seattle, WA 98134
(206) 324-4350
Grades: 6-12
| 34 students
Restart Leadership Academy
All-boys | Alternative School
30001 138th Pl Se
Monroe, WA 98272
(360) 793-2359
Grades: 7-10
| 5 students
Roots Community School
Alternative School
2133 W Woodin Ave
Chelan, WA 98816
(509) 888-2906
Grades: PK-8
| 91 students
Salish School Of Spokane
Alternative School
4125 N Maple St
Spokane, WA 99205
(509) 325-2018
Grades: PK-9
| 51 students
Sno-king Academy
Alternative School
19741 53rd Ave Ne
Seattle, WA 98155
(425) 697-4021
Grades: 7-12
| 9 students
Stahlville School
Alternative School (Brethren)
1485 N Hoffman Rd
Ritzville, WA 99169
(509) 659-0108
Grades: 5
| 3 students

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked alternative private elementary schools in Washington?
The top ranked alternative private elementary schools in Washington include Academy Schools, All-Star Academy, and The Kineo School.
How many alternative private elementary schools are located in Washington?
32 alternative private elementary schools are located in Washington.
How much do alternative private elementary schools cost in Washington?
The average tuition cost is $21,594, which is higher than the Washington private school average tuition cost of $14,168.
How diverse are alternative private elementary schools in Washington?
Washington alternative private elementary schools are approximately 22% minority students, which is lower than the Washington private school average of 27%.
What percentage of alternative private elementary schools are religiously affiliated in Washington?
22% of alternative private elementary schools in Washington are religiously affiliated (most commonly Christian and Brethren).

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