Very Good
#61 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 16% of private schools
Medina Academy
Elementary School
16242 NORTHUP WAY, Bellevue, WA 98008
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
187
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#61 of 381
In Bellevue
#7 of 24
public schools
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Medina Academy
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About Medina Academy
Medina Academy is a private elementary school in Bellevue, WA. Medina Academy serves approximately 187 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Medina Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #61 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 187 students, Medina 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.
Medina 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.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Medina Academy compares to 26 public schools serving similar grades in Bellevue, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Medina Academy (this school) | 7.5 |
| Sherwood Forest Elementary | 6.1 |
| Highland Middle School | 5.1 |
| Bennett Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Ardmore Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Puesta del Sol Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Stevenson Elementary | 4.7 |
| Odle Middle School | 9.3 |
| Phantom Lake Elementary | 8.3 |
| Tillicum Middle School | 8.6 |
| Lake Hills Elementary | 6.1 |
| Bellevue Big Picture School | 8.2 |
| Spiritridge Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Cherry Crest Elementary School | 8.4 |
| International School | 9.1 |
| Jing Mei Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Central Educational Services | 7.1 |
| Bellevue Digital Discovery | — |
| Woodridge Elementary | 8.8 |
| Tyee Middle School | 9.3 |
| Sunset Elementary | 8.1 |
Showing 20 of 26 schools. View all schools in Bellevue
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
16242 NORTHUP WAY, Bellevue, WA 98008
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Medina Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. John J. Audubon Elementary (rated 8.8/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Redmond), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bennett Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Phantom Lake Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Interlake Senior High School Bellevue | 0.3 mi | 8.7 |
| Sherwood Forest Elementary Bellevue | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| CALVARY LUTHERAN PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Bellevue | 0.7 mi | — |
| ETON SCHOOL Bellevue | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| JEWISH DAY SCHOOL OF METROPOLITAN SEATTLE Bellevue | 0.9 mi | 7.9 |
| SPECTRUM ACADEMY Redmond | 0.8 mi | — |
| Ardmore Elementary School Bellevue | 1.0 mi | 6.2 |
| BEL-RED BILINGUAL ACADEMY Bellevue | 0.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Highland Middle School Bellevue | 0.8 mi | 5.1 |
| Bennett Elementary School Bellevue | 0.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Puesta del Sol Elementary School Bellevue | 1.2 mi | 6.9 |
| CASCADIA SCHOOL Redmond | 1.6 mi | 4.9 |
| John J. Audubon Elementary Redmond | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| BELLEVUE CHILDREN'S ACADEMY Bellevue | 1.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Phantom Lake Elementary Bellevue | 1.7 mi | 8.3 |
| TZU CHI ACADEMY SEATTLE Bellevue | 1.8 mi | 5.4 |
| SEATTLE VOCTECH SCHOOL Bellevue | 1.5 mi | — |
| Tillicum Middle School Bellevue | 1.8 mi | 8.6 |
| AMERICAS CHILD MONTESSORI Bellevue | 1.3 mi | — |
| Odle Middle School Bellevue | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98008 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$175,242
Median Home Value
$1,130,000
Median Rent
$2,480/mo
Population
27,138
College Educated
66.8%
Homeownership
73%
Avg Commute
22 min
Poverty Rate
5.9%
Median Age
43.2
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| ST MADELEINE SOPHIE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bellevue, WA | 7.5 |
| Southside Elementary Shelton, WA | 7.5 |
| Cosmopolis Elementary School Cosmopolis, WA | 7.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Medina Academy
What grades does Medina Academy serve?
Medina Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Medina Academy?
Medina Academy has an enrollment of approximately 187 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Medina Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Medina Academy is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Medina Academy rank in WA?
Medina Academy ranks #61 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Medina Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Medina Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Medina Academy a private school?
Yes, Medina Academy is a private coeducational school with a Islamic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Medina Academy a religious school?
Medina Academy has a Islamic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 187
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 17
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Islamic
- School Day
- 6.6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 643-2678
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