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#191 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 50% of private schools
K-school
School
2021 S 260TH ST, Des Moines, WA 98198
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
2nd – 11th
Enrollment
34
Student-Teacher
5.3:1
Score
6.4
Grades
2nd – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#191 of 381
In Des Moines
#2 of 3
public schools
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K-school
School in Des Moines · grades 2nd – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Holy Trinity Lutheran School
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0.4 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.
About K-school
K-school is a private school in Des Moines, WA. K-school serves approximately 34 students, and covers grades 2nd-11th, and has a 5.3:1 student-teacher ratio. K-school has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #191 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 34 students, K-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 5.3:1 students to teachers, K-school sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
K-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 K-school compares to 9 public schools serving similar grades in Des Moines, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| K-school (this school) | 6.4 |
| Woodmont K-8 School | 4.2 |
| Parkside Elementary | 3.5 |
| Des Moines Elementary | 5.3 |
| Pacific Middle School | 3.6 |
| Mount Rainier High School | 5.8 |
| Midway Elementary | 3.8 |
| Cascade Public Schools | — |
| Maritime High School | 7.4 |
| North Hill Elementary | 8.4 |
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
2021 S 260TH ST, Des Moines, WA 98198
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering K-school may also want to explore other schools in the area. ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Nautilus K-8 School (rated 5.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Federal Way), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Wildwood Elementary School (rated 5.9/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Federal Way), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Des Moines, see our Des Moines schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HOLY TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Des Moines | 0.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Woodmont K-8 School Des Moines | 0.4 mi | 4.2 |
| Parkside Elementary Des Moines | 0.9 mi | 3.5 |
| Mark Twain Elementary School Federal Way | 0.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Des Moines Elementary Des Moines | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Evergreen Middle School Kent | 1.2 mi | 4.1 |
| Star Lake Elementary School Kent | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
| Sunnycrest Elementary School Kent | 1.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Valhalla Elementary School Auburn | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| Nautilus K-8 School Federal Way | 1.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Pacific Middle School Des Moines | 2.1 mi | 3.6 |
| Mount Rainier High School Des Moines | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Midway Elementary Des Moines | 2.2 mi | 3.8 |
| PACIFIC INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL Auburn | 1.8 mi | — |
| HOLY INNOCENTS SCHOOL OF THE NORTHWEST Federal Way | 2.3 mi | — |
| Cascade Public Schools Des Moines | 2.3 mi | — |
| Sacajawea Middle School Federal Way | 2.4 mi | 3.9 |
| ST PHILOMENA SCHOOL Des Moines | 2.5 mi | 6.4 |
| Wildwood Elementary School Federal Way | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Thomas Jefferson High School Auburn | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98198 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$83,938
Median Home Value
$527,100
Median Rent
$1,770/mo
Population
39,815
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
54.3%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
35.9
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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.
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Quick Facts NCES 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
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