Very Good
#41 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 11% of private schools
French American School of Puget Sound
Elementary School
3795 E MERCER WAY, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
342
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
7.8
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#41 of 381
In Mercer Island
#2 of 4
public schools
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French American School of Puget Sound
Elementary School in Mercer Island · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About French American School of Puget Sound
French American School of Puget Sound is a private elementary school in Mercer Island, WA. French American School of Puget Sound serves approximately 342 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. French American School of Puget Sound has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 6.9:1 students to teachers, French American School of Puget Sound sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
French American School of Puget Sound 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 French American School of Puget Sound compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Mercer Island, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| French American School of Puget Sound (this school) | 7.8 |
| Northwood Elementary School | 9.2 |
| West Mercer Elementary | 9.0 |
| Island Park Elementary | 9.7 |
| Islander Middle School | 8.2 |
| Lakeridge Elementary School | 9.3 |
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
3795 E MERCER WAY, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering French American School of Puget Sound may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Island Park Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwood Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, West Mercer Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mercer Island, see our Mercer Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YELLOW WOOD ACADEMY Mercer Island | 0.1 mi | 8.2 |
| PRIVETT ACADEMY Mercer Island | 0.3 mi | — |
| Mercer Island High School Mercer Island | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Enatai Elementary School Bellevue | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Northwood Elementary School Mercer Island | 0.8 mi | 9.2 |
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Mercer Island | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| NORTHWEST YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Mercer Island | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| West Mercer Elementary Mercer Island | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER LLC Mercer Island | 1.3 mi | — |
| EARLY WORLD MONTESSORI Mercer Island | 1.2 mi | — |
| Island Park Elementary Mercer Island | 1.7 mi | 9.7 |
| Bellevue High School Bellevue | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Newport Heights Elementary Bellevue | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| Newport Senior High School Bellevue | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodridge Elementary Bellevue | 1.9 mi | 8.8 |
| NEWPORT CHILDREN'S SCHOOL, INC. Bellevue | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Vera Risdon Middle School Newcastle | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| ST MADELEINE SOPHIE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bellevue | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Bellevue Digital Discovery Bellevue | 2.7 mi | — |
| Islander Middle School Mercer Island | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$202,359
Median Home Value
$1,884,200
Median Rent
$2,464/mo
Population
25,282
College Educated
78.8%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
45.8
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brookside Elementary Lake Forest Park, WA | 7.8 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School Kennewick, WA | 7.8 |
| Highland Park Elementary School Seattle, WA | 7.8 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Vancouver, WA | 7.8 |
| Meridian Elementary School Kent, WA | 7.8 |
| Mission View Elementary School Wenatchee, WA | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about French American School of Puget Sound
What grades does French American School of Puget Sound serve?
French American School of Puget Sound serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend French American School of Puget Sound?
French American School of Puget Sound has an enrollment of approximately 342 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at French American School of Puget Sound?
The student-teacher ratio at French American School of Puget Sound is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does French American School of Puget Sound rank in WA?
French American School of Puget Sound ranks #41 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is French American School of Puget Sound's MySchoolScout rating?
French American School of Puget Sound has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is French American School of Puget Sound a private school?
Yes, French American School of Puget Sound 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 French American School of Puget Sound a religious school?
No, French American School of Puget Sound is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 342
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 275-3533
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