Excellent
#17 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 4% of private schools
Brighton School
Elementary School
21705 58TH AVE W, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
269
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.1
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#17 of 381
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Brighton School
Elementary School in Mountlake Terrace · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Brighton School
Brighton School is a private elementary school in Mountlake Terrace, WA. Brighton School serves approximately 269 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brighton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #17 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Brighton School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brighton School 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
BetaHow Brighton School compares to the 1 public school in Mountlake Terrace, WA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Mountlake Terrace
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brighton School (this school) | 8.1 |
| Mountlake Terrace Elementary | 6.2 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
21705 58TH AVE W, Mountlake Terrace, WA 98043
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brighton School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Cascade K-8 Community School (rated 9.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Shoreline), which scores notably higher. Another option is Terrace Park Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Mtlk Terrace), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Brier Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby Brier), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mountlake Terrace, see our Mountlake Terrace schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Mountlake Terrace Elementary Mountlake Terrace | 0.4 mi | 6.2 |
| Challenge Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 0.6 mi | 8.1 |
| Terrace Park Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 0.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Contracted Schools Lynnwood | 1.1 mi | — |
| Mountlake Terrace High School Mtlk Terrace | 1.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Cedar Way Elementary Mtlk Terrace | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Edmonds Career Access Program Lynnwood | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| SOUNDVIEW SCHOOL Lynnwood | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood | 1.3 mi | 2.7 |
| College Place Middle School Lynnwood | 1.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Edmonds Woodway High School Edmonds | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| College Place Elementary Lynnwood | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| LAKE FOREST PARK MONTESSORI Shoreline | 1.9 mi | — |
| Home Education Exchange Shoreline | 1.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Cascade K-8 Community School Shoreline | 1.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Brier Elementary Brier | 1.6 mi | 8.6 |
| Lynndale Elementary Lynnwood | 1.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Lynnwood Elementary Lynnwood | 2.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Brier Terrace Middle School Brier | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98043 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,408
Median Home Value
$605,800
Median Rent
$1,966/mo
Population
21,417
College Educated
41.8%
Homeownership
56.1%
Avg Commute
31 min
Poverty Rate
8%
Median Age
38.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Balboa Elementary Spokane, WA | 8.1 |
| Cedar Park Elementary School Seattle, WA | 8.1 |
| Cottonwood Elementary School Bremerton, WA | 8.1 |
| Grass Lake Elementary School Kent, WA | 8.1 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Toppenish, WA | 8.1 |
| Wilkeson Elementary School Wilkeson, WA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brighton School
What grades does Brighton School serve?
Brighton School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Brighton School?
Brighton School has an enrollment of approximately 269 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brighton School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brighton School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Brighton School rank in WA?
Brighton School ranks #17 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Brighton School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brighton School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Brighton School a private school?
Yes, Brighton School 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 Brighton School a religious school?
No, Brighton School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 269
- Gender Split
- 57% M / 43% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Snohomish County
- Phone
- (425) 622-2350
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