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#246 of 381 private schools in WA

Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy

Elementary School

2323 54TH AVE E, Fife, WA 98424

Private

Enrollment

90

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#246 of 381

In Fife

#1 of 2

public schools

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Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy

5.9/10

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

Fife High School

6.4/10

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5.4/10

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About Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy

Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy is a private elementary school in Fife, WA. Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #246 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.9 pts below WA schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 90 students, Holy Rosary Bilingual 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.

Holy Rosary Bilingual 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.

Schools in Fife

No public schools found in Fife for comparison. 1 other private school in the area.

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)
C 3.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A 8.6 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 58%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
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Enrollment 90
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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)

Hispanic 57.8%
White 27.8%
Two or More 8.9%
Black 3.3%
Asian 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

2323 54TH AVE E, Fife, WA 98424

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Fife Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. Another option is Discovery Primary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Milton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, N.E. Tacoma Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Tacoma), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Fife, see our Fife schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
HOLY ROSARY BILINGUAL ACADEMY Fife 0.0 mi 5.9
Fife High School Tacoma 0.3 mi 6.4
Columbia Junior High School Tacoma 0.3 mi 5.4
Fife Open Doors Tacoma 0.3 mi
Fife Elementary School Tacoma 0.3 mi 8.1
Chief Leschi School Puyallup 1.6 mi
Roosevelt Elementary School Tacoma 2.1 mi 6.4
Illahee Middle School Federal Way 3.1 mi 3.4
MONTESSORI ACADEMY AT SPRING VALLEY Federal Way 3.0 mi 6.8
Discovery Primary School Milton 2.3 mi 7.7
Lister Elementary School Tacoma 2.5 mi 7.0
Waller Road Elementary Tacoma 2.9 mi 5.2
Surprise Lake Middle School Milton 2.4 mi 5.2
FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma 3.3 mi 7.8
N.E. Tacoma Elementary School Tacoma 3.3 mi 7.7
Enterprise Elementary School Federal Way 3.7 mi 3.7
First Creek Middle School Tacoma 2.9 mi 5.8
EVERGREEN LUTHERAN HIGH SCHOOL Tacoma 3.5 mi 6.5
Karshner Elementary Puyallup 3.3 mi 5.1
Sherwood Forest Elementary School Federal Way 3.9 mi 4.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98424 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$93,633

Median Home Value

$497,400

Median Rent

$1,836/mo

Population

11,871

College Educated

27.8%

Homeownership

49.8%

Avg Commute

26.5 min

Poverty Rate

10.4%

Median Age

32.1

Similar Schools

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School Rating
HOLY ROSARY BILINGUAL ACADEMY Fife, WA 5.9
MONTESSORI COUNTRY SCHOOL Bainbridge Island, WA 5.9
PIONEER SCHOOL Spokane Valley, WA 5.9
EVERETT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Everett, WA 6.0
JOURNEY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Kelso, WA 6.0
RAINIER CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS-KENT VIEW ELEMENTARY Auburn, WA 6.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy

What grades does Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy serve?

Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy?

Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy rank in WA?

Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy ranks #246 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy a private school?

Yes, Holy Rosary Bilingual 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 Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy a religious school?

Holy Rosary Bilingual Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
63 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
90
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
6
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Pierce County

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