Buena Vista SDA School (Top-Ranked �� School for 2026)

3320 Academy Drive SE
Auburn, WA 98092

Buena Vista Seventh-day Adventist School exists to lead each of its children into a close and saving relationship with Jesus Christ.

Through His grace we seek to prepare them mentally, physically, and spiritually for a place in His service.

We treasure each child who enters here as a gift of God.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked WA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 227 students
Yearly Tuition: $8,502
Acceptance rate: 80%
Average class size: 22 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Buena Vista SDA School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Other religious school association(s)
National Council for �� School Accreditation

Religious Affiliation

Seventh Day Adventist

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Year Founded

1919

Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 5, 2026

Student Body

Total Students

227 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

64%

State avg.: 31%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

23:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

53%

Average Class Size

22 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Neat, clean, & modest

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$8,502

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Please contact the school for tuition information

Acceptance Rate

80%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Donna Ellis

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballFlag Football

Soccer

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

3 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Lego RoboticsVocational Education

Arts and Music Programs:

�� Piano Lessons

School Notes

School Motto: Treasuring each child as a gift from God.
School Mascot: Eagle

Buena Vista Seventh-day Adventist School exists to lead each of its children into a close and saving relationship with Jesus Christ. Throught His grace we seek to prepare them mentally, physically, and spiritually for a place in His service. We treasure each child who enters here as a gift of God.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Buena Vista SDA School cost?

Buena Vista SDA School's tuition is approximately $8,502 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Buena Vista SDA School?

The acceptance rate of Buena Vista SDA School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 82%.

What sports does Buena Vista SDA School offer?

Buena Vista SDA School offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Flag Football and Soccer.

What is Buena Vista SDA School's ranking?

Buena Vista SDA School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of students of color and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Buena Vista SDA School?

The application deadline for Buena Vista SDA School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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