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#191 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 50% of private schools
K-school
School · Des Moines, WA
A private school in Des Moines, WA serving grades 2nd – 11th.
2021 S 260TH ST, Des Moines, WA 98198
- 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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
Most recent published year. School vs. WA average.
Test score data not yet available for this school.
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Where K-school sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
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Getting around & local context
- Walk 65Somewhat Walkable
- Bike 55Bikeable
- City Safety: High3,161/100K
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Source period: 2024. Freshness not available.
Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$83,938
Median home value
$527,100
Median rent
$1,770/mo
College educated
31.5%
Homeownership
54.3%
Poverty rate
11.5%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 98198; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
Programs & students
Student demographicsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
Source: NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS)
Compare nearby
Nearby same-level schools
4 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Innocents School of the NorthwestPrivate · tuition | Not rated | K–11 | 2.3 mi | 24 | Compare → |
| Internet AcademyEnrollment path unverified | 4.7 | PK–12 | 3.4 mi | 391 | Compare → |
| Support SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 6.4 | PK–12 | 4.5 mi | 61 | Compare → |
| Highline Home School CenterEnrollment path unverified | Not rated | K–12 | 4.9 mi | 10 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Private · tuition: Potential private option; tuition and admission requirements have not been verified.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
K-school is listed in Des Moines, WA; verify the current enrollment path directly.
About K-school
K-school is a private school in Des Moines, WA, serving approximately 34 students in grades 2nd-11th with a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 381 private schools in WA.
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about K-school
What grades does K-school serve?
K-school serves students in grades 2nd through 11th.
How many students attend K-school?
K-school has an enrollment of approximately 34 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at K-school?
The student-teacher ratio at K-school is 5.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does K-school rank in WA?
K-school ranks #191 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is K-school's MySchoolScout rating?
K-school has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is K-school a private school?
Yes, K-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 K-school a religious school?
No, K-school is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
School factsNCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) (SY 2021–22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 11th
- Enrollment
- 34
- Gender Split
- 62% M / 38% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 190 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (253) 529-1805
- Area population (ZIP 98198)
- 39,815
- Area average commute
- 30.4 min
- Area median age
- 35.9
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Private School Universe Survey (PSS) · SY 2021–22 · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 98198; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments vintage unavailable; directory SY 2021–22
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