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#140 of 381 private schools in WA

Top 37% of private schools

Academy Schools

School

14601 INTERURBAN AVE S, Tukwila, WA 98168

Private

Enrollment

43

Student-Teacher

4.1:1

Score

6.8

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#140 of 381

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Academy Schools

6.8/10

School in Tukwila · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Tukwila Elementary

6.5/10

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5.2/10

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About Academy Schools

Academy Schools is a private school in Tukwila, WA. Academy Schools serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #140 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.4 pts above WA schools
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • WA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 43 students, Academy Schools is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 4.1:1 students to teachers, Academy Schools sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Academy Schools is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Academy Schools compares to 8 public schools serving similar grades in Tukwila, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
4.1:1
This School
vs
17.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
43
This School
vs
502
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.8
This School
vs
5.8
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 83.7% vs 0%
Black 4.7% vs 0%
Asian 4.7% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.3% vs 0%
Academy Schools Tukwila Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Academy Schools (this school) 6.8
Tukwila Elementary 6.5
Showalter Middle School 5.2
Thorndyke Elementary 4.7
Foster Senior High School 5.2
Impact | Salish Sea Elementary 7.4
Impact Public Schools 4.8
Cascade View Elementary 3.5
Raisbeck Aviation High School 8.7

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in WA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 4.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.9 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.2 / 10
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Diversity Index 29%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 3.0 / 10
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Enrollment 43
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in WA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 83.7%
Black 4.7%
Asian 4.7%
Two or More 4.7%
Hispanic 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

14601 INTERURBAN AVE S, Tukwila, WA 98168

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy Schools may also want to explore other schools in the area. McMicken Heights Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Seatac), which scores notably higher. Another option is Impact | Salish Sea Elementary (rated 7.4/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Lakeridge Elementary School (rated 7.1/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Seattle), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tukwila, see our Tukwila schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Tukwila Elementary Tukwila 0.3 mi 6.5
Showalter Middle School Tukwila 0.9 mi 5.2
Campbell Hill Elementary School Seattle 1.4 mi 6.0
Thorndyke Elementary Tukwila 1.0 mi 4.7
Talley High School Seattle 1.3 mi 5.6
Foster Senior High School Tukwila 1.2 mi 5.2
Rainier View Elementary School Seattle 1.9 mi 4.6
Dimmitt Middle School Seattle 1.8 mi 4.2
Lakeridge Elementary School Seattle 2.0 mi 7.1
Impact Public Schools Tukwila 1.5 mi 4.8
Impact | Salish Sea Elementary Tukwila 1.5 mi 7.4
Valley View Early Childhood Center Seatac 2.1 mi 5.1
Out Of District Facility Renton 1.6 mi
McMicken Heights Elementary Seatac 1.9 mi 8.3
Bryn Mawr Elementary School Seattle 2.2 mi 6.6
SEATTLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Seatac 2.5 mi 6.6
Cascade View Elementary Tukwila 1.9 mi 3.5
Emerson Elementary School Seattle 2.9 mi 6.7
Tyee High School Seatac 2.7 mi 2.8
Bow Lake Elementary Seatac 2.6 mi 4.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98168 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,937

Median Home Value

$500,600

Median Rent

$1,724/mo

Population

34,814

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

53.2%

Avg Commute

27.1 min

Poverty Rate

14.5%

Median Age

38

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy Schools

What grades does Academy Schools serve?

Academy Schools serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Academy Schools?

Academy Schools has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy Schools?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy Schools is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Academy Schools rank in WA?

Academy Schools ranks #140 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Academy Schools's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy Schools has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Academy Schools a private school?

Yes, Academy Schools is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Academy Schools a religious school?

No, Academy Schools is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
41 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
43 Some Transit
Bike Score
41 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
43
Gender Split
58% M / 42% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
4.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
11
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County

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