Very Good
#88 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 23% of private schools
Giddens School
Elementary School
2120 21ST AVE S, Seattle, WA 98144
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
148
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#88 of 381
In Seattle
#27 of 68
public schools
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Giddens School
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About Giddens School
Giddens School is a private elementary school in Seattle, WA. Giddens School serves approximately 148 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Giddens School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #88 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 148 students, Giddens School 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.
Giddens 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 Giddens School compares to 83 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Giddens School (this school) | 7.3 |
| Beacon Hill International School | 9.4 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary | 9.2 |
| Kimball Elementary School | 6.1 |
| John Muir Elementary School | 7.1 |
| Private School Services | 7.0 |
| Bailey Gatzert Elementary School | 7.9 |
| Leschi Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Hawthorne Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Maple Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Madrona K-5 School | 8.8 |
| Dearborn Park International School | 9.3 |
| Orca K-8 School | 7.3 |
| Lowell Elementary School | 4.3 |
| Pathfinder K-8 School | 8.6 |
| Graham Hill Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School | 7.4 |
| Stevens Elementary School | 9.6 |
| McGilvra Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Louisa Boren STEM K-8 | 5.0 |
| Wing Luke Elementary School | 7.1 |
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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.
Data Unavailable
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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
2120 21ST AVE S, Seattle, WA 98144
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Giddens School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Beacon Hill International School (rated 9.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Thurgood Marshall Elementary (rated 9.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Leschi Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LAKE WASHINGTON GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 0.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HAMLIN ROBINSON SCHOOL Seattle | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Thurgood Marshall Elementary Seattle | 0.5 mi | 9.2 |
| SEATTLE SCHOOL FOR BOYS Seattle | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| Kimball Elementary School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| Beacon Hill International School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 9.4 |
| MENACHEM MENDEL SEATTLE CHEDER DAY SCHOOL Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| Washington Middle School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Franklin High School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| BRIGHT WATER WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| SEATTLE GIRLS SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| John Muir Elementary School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.1 |
| Summit Public School: Sierra Seattle | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| SEATTLE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seattle | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| Bailey Gatzert Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Garfield High School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| Mercer International Middle School Seattle | 1.4 mi | 7.8 |
| THE LAKE AND PARK SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Leschi Elementary School Seattle | 1.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Interagency Detention School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98144 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$94,051
Median Home Value
$890,400
Median Rent
$1,805/mo
Population
33,048
College Educated
62.4%
Homeownership
46.1%
Avg Commute
26.9 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
38.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Giddens School
What grades does Giddens School serve?
Giddens School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Giddens School?
Giddens School has an enrollment of approximately 148 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Giddens School?
The student-teacher ratio at Giddens School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Giddens School rank in WA?
Giddens School ranks #88 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Giddens School's MySchoolScout rating?
Giddens School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Giddens School a private school?
Yes, Giddens 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 Giddens School a religious school?
No, Giddens School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 148
- Gender Split
- 72% M / 28% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 167 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 324-4847
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