Academy Schools (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WA School
School Type: Special Education School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 48 students
Yearly Tuition: $9,750
Acceptance rate: 70%
Average class size: 7 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Academy Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Facts

School Type

Special Education School

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Academy Schools
Pre-K	6
Kind	4
1	1
2	5
3	3
4	5
5	2
6	5
7	2
8	4
9	2
10	4
11	3
12	2

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Many

Year Founded

1995

School Calendar

School Motto

Building Curiosity, Courage, and Compassion

Student Body

Total Students

48 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

24%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

8 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

85%

Average Class Size

7 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

uniforms, khaki or navy pants; blue, red, white collar shirts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$9,750

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Tuition Notes

Half Day Pre K - $9750 Full Day Pre K - $12,750 K-5 - $18,950 Middle School - $19,750 High School - $21,250

% on Financial Aid

20%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$8,500

Acceptance Rate

70%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Cynthia Huber

Admissions Associate

Ashley Hobbs

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Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

7 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Cooking ClubDungeons and Dragons Club

Homework ClubPokemon Club

Robotics Club

Arts and Music Programs:

Jam Session草榴社区 Instrumental Lessons

School Notes

Academy Schools encourages the spirit and joy of learning in each student, and offers a nurturing and challenging program for children from pre-school age through 12th grade.The academic and social challenges are individual and place no artificial boundaries on the level of learning.
The Academy Schools environment allows and encourages reaching beyond the comfortable known.
At Academy Schools, we understand the intellectual, social and emotional needs of our students.
Our individualized program gives students the opportunity to experience academic success, build self-esteem and enjoy coming to school every day.

Does your child struggle academically and/or socially at school?
Is your child bored in school Is he or she being held back, under-challenged, or needing a different approach to education?
Does your child learn differently due to neurodiversity such as ADD/ADHD, Autism, giftedness, anxiety, sensory processing, executive functioning or other learning differences?
Are you looking for a strong social, emotional and academic foundation for your PreK or elementary student?
At Academy Schools we recognize that each child learns in his or her own unique way. Academy Schools is dedicated to providing a nurturing, supportive environment for children to grow academically, socially and emotionally. Academy Schools is a nationally accredited, non-sectarian school, serving grades Pre-Kindergarten through 12. Our small classes with a 1 to 10 teacher-student ratio allows for challenging, personalized curriculum where students discover the joy of learning and explore their creative potential. Centrally located, minutes from Seattle, Renton, Bellevue, Auburn, Mercer Island, Kent and Federal Way; Academy Schools offers an outstanding educational experience. Beyond the academic day, Academy Schools provides after-school child care including a wide range of specialized activities, such as Homework Club, Robotics, Cooking, Pokemon and D&D Clubs. Tutoring, SLP (Speech Language Pathology), Occupational Therapy and Social?Emotional Skills are also available through private pay services.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Academy Schools cost?

Academy Schools's tuition is approximately $9,750 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Academy Schools?

The acceptance rate of Academy Schools is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 82%. Academy Schools's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Washington with low acceptance rates.

What is Academy Schools's ranking?

Academy Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Academy Schools?

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

School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (4 reviews)

5 5/17/2016

My son is attending his 3rd year at Academy Schools. He participates in Rock School (after school music club) and on the Rubik's Team (the school was awarded 2nd place during their first competition in Seattle). Parents are welcoming and advocates for all students not just their own. My son is gifted and on the Autism Spectrum and he is thriving at this school. There is zero tolerance for bullying and teasing. Students exhibiting these behaviors are corrected with apologies to the affected student(s). Can't say the same for our three years experience in public school (1st through 3rd grade). It had its first graduation ceremony last year since becoming accredited. The ceremony cemented our plans to have our son graduate from this school! Such a wholesome environment is priceless and their success will be supported by us even after my son graduates and moves on to college.

- Posted by Parent - Chris

5 7/24/2015

We love this school! Both of my children are thriving here. The small class sizes, challenging curriculum and high ratio of teacher to student offers an exceptional learning environment.

- Posted by Parent - Hrt41

5 7/24/2015

Academy Schools is the greatest example of individualized education for every student. Each child is challenged to reach their full potential academically. Each child is given the tools to become successful in, and contribute to the world at large.

- Posted by Parent - bsw12

5 7/27/2012

Great school; students are treated as individuals with lots of attention. High scholarship expected with high quality support. Curriculum is exceptional. School community is wonderful--staff is caring,

- Posted by Parent - kimbe

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Seattle, WA is $22,298 for elementary schools and $24,673 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Seattle, WA is 69% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).