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#224 of 381 private schools in WA

Emerald Heights Academy

Elementary School

3850 156TH AVE SE, 3RD FLR, Bellevue, WA 98006

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#224 of 381

In Bellevue

#21 of 24

public schools

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About Emerald Heights Academy

Emerald Heights Academy is a private elementary school in Bellevue, WA. Emerald Heights Academy serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Emerald Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #224 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.7 pts below WA schools

6.1

This school 6.1 · Average
WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 54 students, Emerald Heights Academy 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.

Emerald Heights Academy 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 Emerald Heights Academy compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Bellevue, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.6:1

This School

19.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

533

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.1

This School

7.9

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%

Hispanic 33.3% vs 0%

Asian 7.4% vs 0%

Emerald Heights Academy Bellevue Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Emerald Heights Academy (this school)	—	54	10.6:1	6.1
Spiritridge Elementary School	1.0 mi	563	17.1:1	8.8
Cougar Ridge Elementary	1.2 mi	476	17:1	9.2
Bellevue Big Picture School	1.2 mi	382	15.9:1	8.2
Tyee Middle School	1.3 mi	909	18.9:1	9.3
Somerset Elementary School	1.3 mi	714	21.6:1	9.3
Sunset Elementary	1.5 mi	523	14.9:1	8.1
Tillicum Middle School	1.6 mi	700	18.9:1	8.6
Phantom Lake Elementary	1.7 mi	452	23.8:1	8.3
Lake Hills Elementary	1.9 mi	429	14.8:1	6.1
Woodridge Elementary	2.2 mi	559	21.5:1	8.8
Puesta del Sol Elementary School	2.6 mi	510	20.4:1	6.9
Newport Heights Elementary	2.7 mi	444	20.2:1	8.9
International School	2.7 mi	597	19.9:1	9.1
Odle Middle School	2.8 mi	919	18.4:1	9.3
Stevenson Elementary	3.1 mi	555	16.8:1	4.7
Jing Mei Elementary School	3.2 mi	545	26:1	8.2
Enatai Elementary School	3.2 mi	516	19.8:1	7.3
Central Educational Services	3.3 mi	69	9.9:1	7.1
Bellevue Digital Discovery	3.3 mi	190	47.5:1	—
Highland Middle School	3.5 mi	593	15.6:1	5.1

Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Bellevue

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

B+ 6.5 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.6:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.8 / 10

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School Day Length 6.8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,122

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.9 / 10

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Diversity Index 63%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C+ 3.8 / 10

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Enrollment 54

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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 50.0%

Hispanic 33.3%

Two or More 9.3%

Asian 7.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3850 156TH AVE SE, 3RD FLR, Bellevue, WA 98006

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Emerald Heights Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Somerset Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cougar Ridge Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Spiritridge Elementary School (rated 8.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Spiritridge Elementary School Bellevue	1.0 mi	563	8.8
HILLSIDE STUDENT COMMUNITY SCHOOL Bellevue	1.3 mi	37	7.0
Bellevue Big Picture School Bellevue	1.2 mi	382	8.2
Cougar Ridge Elementary Bellevue	1.2 mi	476	9.2
EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue	1.2 mi	272	6.2
EASTSIDE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue	1.2 mi	275	7.9
SUMMIT CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bellevue	1.4 mi	184	7.0
Somerset Elementary School Bellevue	1.3 mi	714	9.3
Tillicum Middle School Bellevue	1.6 mi	700	8.6
TZU CHI ACADEMY SEATTLE Bellevue	1.7 mi	272	5.4
Phantom Lake Elementary Bellevue	1.7 mi	452	8.3
UNITED SEATTLE&BELLEVUE KOREAN SCH BELLEVUE CAMPUS Bellevue	1.3 mi	345	3.1
Tyee Middle School Bellevue	1.3 mi	909	9.3
CHESTNUT HILL ACADEMY Bellevue	1.4 mi	329	6.5
FOREST RIDGE SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Bellevue	1.6 mi	316	8.4
FRENCH IMMERSION SCHOOL OF WASHINGTON Bellevue	1.5 mi	135	7.7
Sunset Elementary Bellevue	1.5 mi	523	8.1
Lake Hills Elementary Bellevue	1.9 mi	429	6.1
SEATTLE VOCTECH SCHOOL Bellevue	2.3 mi	12	—
ST MADELEINE SOPHIE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bellevue	1.7 mi	140	7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98006 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$197,344

Median Home Value

$1,233,500

Median Rent

$2,869/mo

Population

40,770

College Educated

72%

Homeownership

79.6%

Avg Commute

27.6 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Emerald Heights Academy

What grades does Emerald Heights Academy serve?

Emerald Heights Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Emerald Heights Academy?

Emerald Heights Academy has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Emerald Heights Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Emerald Heights Academy is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Emerald Heights Academy rank in WA?

Emerald Heights Academy ranks #224 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Emerald Heights Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Emerald Heights Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Emerald Heights Academy a private school?

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

Is Emerald Heights Academy a religious school?

Emerald Heights Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 43 Some Transit
Bike Score: 39 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 54
Gender Split: 56% M / 44% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Roman Catholic
School Day: 6.8 hours
Days Per Year: 165 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: King County
Phone: (425) 643-1671

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