Seattle Amistad School is a nonsectarian, co鈥揺d private school located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, WA, serving grades PK through 8 in a city setting.
Founded in 2025, the school enrolls 163 students, with 68.66% of the student body representing students of color.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 16:1 with 10 teachers on staff, supporting its regular elementary and secondary programs.
Annual tuition is $13,020, which is below the average Seattle private elementary school tuition of $21,536, with summer tuition offered at $370.
Seattle Amistad School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington state for diversity based on the highest percentage of students of color.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 163 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,020
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Seattle Amistad School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
2025
Campus Size
2 acres
Student Body
Total Students
163 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
69%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.:
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,020
Tuition Notes
Toddlers (12-18 months) a month $2,470
Toddlers (19-24 months) a month $2,260
Toddlers (25-36 months) a month $2,050
PreK $13020 a year
K-5 $17800 a year
Middle School $18640 a year
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Joy, Excellence, and Belonging
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Seattle Amistad School cost?
Seattle Amistad School's tuition is approximately $13,020 for private students and $370 for summer students.
When is the application deadline for Seattle Amistad School?
The application deadline for Seattle Amistad School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Seattle Amistad School located?
Seattle Amistad School is located in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, WA.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Seattle Amistad School is Fusion Academy Seattle (0.2 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bertschi School (0.4 miles away)
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Quick Facts
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(206) 486-3614
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 486-3614
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Gr: 5-12 Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
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Quick Facts
214 E. Galer Street, Suite 200
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 486-3614
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 486-3614
0.2 miles
Gr: 5-12 Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 6 Tuition listed
2227 10th Avenue E
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 442-6856
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 442-6856
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Seattle Hebrew Academy
(Jewish)
1617 Interlaken Dr E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 323-5750
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 323-5750
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 259 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Joseph School ![St. Joseph School Photo - St. Joseph School]( "St. Joseph School Photo - St. Joseph School")
(Catholic)
700 18th Ave E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 329-3260
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 329-3260
0.8 miles
Gr: NS-8 | 644 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
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Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 709-9500
Seattle, WA 98122
(206) 709-9500
1.3 miles
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Miles
Quick Facts
2227 10th Avenue E
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(206) 442-6856
Seattle, WA 98102
(206) 442-6856
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 246 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Jewish)
1617 Interlaken Dr E
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 323-5750
Seattle, WA 98112
(206) 323-5750
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 259 students Avg. class size: 18 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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(Catholic)
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(206) 329-3260
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(206) 329-3260
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