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#148 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 39% of private schools
Harbor School
Elementary School
15920 VASHON HWY SW, Vashon, WA 98070
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
74
Student-Teacher
7.1:1
Score
6.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#148 of 381
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Harbor School
Elementary School in Vashon · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Harbor School
Harbor School is a private elementary school in Vashon, WA. Harbor School serves approximately 74 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 7.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Harbor School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #148 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.7 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 74 students, Harbor 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.
At 7.1:1 students to teachers, Harbor School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Harbor 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 Harbor School compares to the 5 public schools in Vashon, WA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Vashon
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Harbor School (this school) | 6.7 |
| McMurray Middle School | 6.9 |
| Chautauqua Elementary | 7.3 |
| Family Link | 2.7 |
| Vashon Island High School | 8.2 |
| Student Link | 4.2 |
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
15920 VASHON HWY SW, Vashon, WA 98070
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Harbor School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gatewood Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Seattle), which scores notably higher. Another option is South Colby Elementary (rated 8.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Port Orchard), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Arbor Heights Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Seattle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Vashon, see our Vashon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| McMurray Middle School Vashon | 2.4 mi | 6.9 |
| Chautauqua Elementary Vashon | 2.4 mi | 7.3 |
| Family Link Vashon | 2.6 mi | 2.7 |
| Vashon Island High School Vashon | 2.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Student Link Vashon | 2.7 mi | 4.2 |
| John Sedgwick Middle School Port Orchard | 4.5 mi | 8.2 |
| TAPROOT SCHOOL Seattle | 5.3 mi | — |
| Arbor Heights Elementary School Seattle | 5.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Summit Public School: Atlas Seattle | 5.3 mi | 4.5 |
| Shorewood Elementary Burien | 4.9 mi | 7.6 |
| ST FRANCIS OF ASSISI SCHOOL Burien | 4.6 mi | 6.3 |
| EXPLORER WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 5.5 mi | 7.4 |
| Gregory Heights Elementary Burien | 4.8 mi | 7.9 |
| South Colby Elementary Port Orchard | 5.6 mi | 8.7 |
| THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Seattle | 5.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Bridges Transition Seattle | 5.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Gatewood Elementary School Seattle | 6.3 mi | 8.9 |
| Seahurst Elementary School Burien | 4.9 mi | 4.5 |
| Roxhill Elementary School Seattle | 6.2 mi | 5.6 |
| WEST SEATTLE MONTESSORI Seattle | 5.6 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98070 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,750
Median Home Value
$717,700
Median Rent
$1,444/mo
Population
10,424
College Educated
51.9%
Homeownership
81.2%
Poverty Rate
9.3%
Median Age
51.7
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|---|---|
| CEDAR TREE MONTESSORI Bellingham, WA | 6.7 |
| Carrolls Elementary Carrolls, WA | 6.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF YAKIMA Yakima, WA | 6.6 |
| Mill A Elementary School Cook, WA | 6.6 |
| BELLEVUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bellevue, WA | 6.9 |
| Boistfort Elem Curtis, WA | 6.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Harbor School
What grades does Harbor School serve?
Harbor School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Harbor School?
Harbor School has an enrollment of approximately 74 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Harbor School?
The student-teacher ratio at Harbor School is 7.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Harbor School rank in WA?
Harbor School ranks #148 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Harbor School's MySchoolScout rating?
Harbor School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Harbor School a private school?
Yes, Harbor 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 Harbor School a religious school?
No, Harbor School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 74
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 10
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 173 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 567-5955
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