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

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Medina Academy

5.00 (1 review)

16242 Northup Way
Bellevue, WA 98008

Tel: (425) 643-2678

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Medina Academy is an educational institution providing the highest quality academics in an enriching and nurturing Islamic environment.

Medina Academy is committed to providing our children with Islamic knowledge, practices and environment needed for their spiritual growth and success in this life and the hereafter.

Our program nurtures the whole child and is designed to cultivate pride, self-confidence and love of learning in each of our children.

We are committed to providing a program of learning that is competitive with that offered at area public and private schools, and that enriches our children with Islamic values and teachings.

Islam is integrated in the curriculum of Medina Academy and is presented as a comprehensive way of life.

Islamic teaching materials are used to reinforce the message and to expose our children to as many positive Islamic themes as possible.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked WA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 207 students
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

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

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

State or regional independent school association
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Islamic

Grades Offered

Grades Kindergarten-8

Year Founded

2000

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

207 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

66%

State avg.: 31%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

17 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

99%

Average Class Size

16 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Medina Academy's ranking?

Medina Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of students of color and Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees.

When is the application deadline for Medina Academy?

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

In what neighborhood is Medina Academy located?

Medina Academy is located in the Northeast Bellevue neighborhood of Bellevue, WA. There are 1 other private schools located in Northeast Bellevue.

School Reviews

5 10/28/2024

This school is one of the best I have been to. even though I've only been there for 2 yrs I still enjoyed it. The way my teachers teach was fun and I got to learn many thanks. I wish I could go back to Medina Academy for I enjoyed my experience there.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Carmah

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked WA School
Grades: Kindergarten-8
Enrollment: 207 students
Average class size: 16 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Bellevue, WA is $24,952 for elementary schools and $29,667 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Bellevue, WA is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).