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#14 of 381 private schools in WA

Top 3% of private schools

Holy Family School

Elementary School

2606 CARPENTER RD SE, Lacey, WA 98503

Private

Enrollment

139

Student-Teacher

8.4:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#14 of 381

In Lacey

#1 of 9

public schools

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Holy Family School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Lacey · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Lacey Elementary

5.0/10

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About Holy Family School

Holy Family School is a private elementary school in Lacey, WA. Holy Family School serves approximately 139 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares1.4 pts above WA schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 139 students, Holy Family 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Holy Family School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Holy Family 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

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How Holy Family School compares to 20 public schools serving similar grades in Lacey, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
This School
vs
17.6:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
139
This School
vs
534
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
8.2
This School
vs
6.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 14.4% vs 0%
Asian 12.9% vs 0%
Black 1.4% vs 0%
Holy Family School Lacey Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Holy Family School (this school) 8.2
Lacey Elementary 5.0
Seven Oaks Elementary 6.7
Woodland Elementary 7.8
Lakes Elementary School 6.8
Evergreen Forest Elementary 7.3
Mountain View Elementary 6.2
Komachin Middle School 6.4
Aspire Middle School 6.4
Lydia Hawk Elementary 5.9
Nisqually Middle School 5.3
Chambers Prairie Elementary School 6.8
Summit VIrtual Academy 2.7
Olympic View Elementary 6.8
Chinook Middle School 6.0
Meadows Elementary 8.8
Ignite Family Academy 7.3
Horizons Elementary 7.4
Pleasant Glade Elementary 8.4
Salish Middle School 3.9
South Bay Elementary 7.5

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
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.4:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.9 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,207.5
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 67%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 139
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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 50.4%
Hispanic 14.4%
Two or More 14.4%
Asian 12.9%
Pacific Islander 4.3%
Native American 2.2%
Black 1.4%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2606 CARPENTER RD SE, Lacey, WA 98503

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Family School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Woodland Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 1.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Lacey, see our Lacey schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Lacey Elementary Lacey 0.7 mi 5.0
PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Lacey 1.2 mi 8.0
THE PARAMOUNT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY SCHOOL Lacey 1.2 mi 7.7
Timberline High School Lacey 1.2 mi 6.7
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey 1.3 mi 7.2
FAITH LUTHERAN SCHOOL Lacey 1.3 mi 6.0
Seven Oaks Elementary Lacey 0.9 mi 6.7
Lakes Elementary School Lacey 1.4 mi 6.8
Woodland Elementary Lacey 1.3 mi 7.8
POPE JOHN PAUL II HIGH SCHOOL Lacey 1.3 mi 7.5
Aspire Middle School Lacey 1.7 mi 6.4
Lydia Hawk Elementary Lacey 1.8 mi 5.9
Evergreen Forest Elementary Lacey 1.5 mi 7.3
Mountain View Elementary Lacey 1.6 mi 6.2
Komachin Middle School Lacey 1.6 mi 6.4
Nisqually Middle School Lacey 2.0 mi 5.3
TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Lacey 1.7 mi 6.9
Chambers Prairie Elementary School Lacey 2.3 mi 6.8
Olympic View Elementary Lacey 2.5 mi 6.8
NORTHWEST CHRISTIAN HIGH SCHOOL Lacey 2.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98503 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$87,515

Median Home Value

$407,700

Median Rent

$1,673/mo

Population

42,189

College Educated

30.8%

Homeownership

58.7%

Avg Commute

25 min

Poverty Rate

9.8%

Median Age

40.6

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Endicott/St John Elem and Middle Endicott, WA 8.2
Prescott Elementary School Prescott, WA 8.2
Selkirk Elementary School Metaline Falls, WA 8.2
WILLOWS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Redmond, WA 8.2
Tekoa Elementary School Tekoa, WA 8.1
CEDAR CREST ACADEMY BELLEWOOD Bellevue, WA 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Family School

What grades does Holy Family School serve?

Holy Family School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Family School?

Holy Family School has an enrollment of approximately 139 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Family School?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Family School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Family School rank in WA?

Holy Family School ranks #14 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Holy Family School's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Family School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Family School a private school?

Yes, Holy Family School 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 Holy Family School a religious school?

Holy Family School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
29 Some Transit
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
139
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
17
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.9 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Small City
County
Thurston County

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