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#322 of 381 private schools in WA

Morningside Academy

School

901 LENORA ST, Seattle, WA 98121

Private

Enrollment

90

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

5.1

Grades

1st – 9th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#322 of 381

In Seattle

#64 of 68

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5.1/10

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About Morningside Academy

Morningside Academy is a private school in Seattle, WA. Morningside Academy serves approximately 90 students, and covers grades 1st-9th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Morningside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #322 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares1.3 pts below WA schools
  • This school 5.1 · Average
  • WA avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 90 students, Morningside 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.

At 9:1 students to teachers, Morningside Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Morningside 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

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How Morningside Academy compares to 123 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
This School
vs
16.3:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
90
This School
vs
468
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.1
This School
vs
7.6
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 92.2% vs 0%
Asian 3.3% vs 0%
Black 2.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 2.2% vs 0%
Morningside Academy Seattle Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
Morningside Academy (this school) 5.1
The Center School 6.8
Middle College High School 8.1
Lowell Elementary School 4.3
Seattle World School 6.0
John Hay Elementary School 6.8
Interagency Detention School 7.2
Bailey Gatzert Elementary School 7.9
Edmonds S. Meany Middle School 4.0
Queen Anne Elementary 8.6
Summit Public School: Sierra 8.3
Stevens Elementary School 9.6
McClure Middle School 8.1
Nova High School 5.2
Garfield High School 7.6
Tops K-8 School 9.2
Washington Middle School 7.2
Frantz Coe Elementary School 9.7
Madrona K-5 School 8.8
Montlake Elementary School 9.2
Leschi Elementary School 8.7

Showing 20 of 123 schools. View all schools in Seattle

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- 7.6 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,085.4
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 2.5 / 10
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Diversity Index 15%
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)

White 92.2%
Asian 3.3%
Black 2.2%
Hispanic 2.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

901 LENORA ST, Seattle, WA 98121

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Morningside Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Queen Anne Elementary (rated 8.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Summit Public School: Sierra (rated 8.3/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Middle College High School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.3 mi
School Distance Rating
SPRUCE ST SCHOOL Seattle 0.1 mi 6.7
THE POLYTECH Seattle 0.5 mi
THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL Seattle 0.6 mi 7.7
O'DEA HIGH SCHOOL Seattle 0.9 mi 6.8
The Center School Seattle 0.7 mi 6.8
Middle College High School Seattle 0.9 mi 8.1
FUSION ACADEMY SEATTLE Seattle 1.2 mi 6.9
Lowell Elementary School Seattle 1.0 mi 4.3
SEATTLE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Seattle 1.0 mi 7.1
John Hay Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 6.8
SEATTLE AMISTAD SCHOOL Seattle 1.3 mi 7.6
ONEWORLD NOW! Seattle 1.5 mi 4.7
PUGET SOUNDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle 1.6 mi 6.8
Queen Anne Elementary Seattle 1.6 mi 8.6
Interagency Detention School Seattle 1.3 mi 7.2
ST ANNE SCHOOL Seattle 1.4 mi 4.9
Summit Public School: Sierra Seattle 1.6 mi 8.3
Bailey Gatzert Elementary School Seattle 1.5 mi 7.9
BERTSCHI SCHOOL Seattle 1.7 mi 7.9
Seattle World School Seattle 1.3 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98121 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$148,974

Median Home Value

$796,600

Median Rent

$2,329/mo

Population

20,904

College Educated

77.8%

Homeownership

25.2%

Avg Commute

21.8 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

33.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Morningside Academy

What grades does Morningside Academy serve?

Morningside Academy serves students in grades 1st through 9th.

How many students attend Morningside Academy?

Morningside Academy has an enrollment of approximately 90 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Morningside Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Morningside Academy is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Morningside Academy rank in WA?

Morningside Academy ranks #322 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is Morningside Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Morningside Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Morningside Academy a private school?

Yes, Morningside Academy 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 Morningside Academy a religious school?

No, Morningside Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
100 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
75 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 9th
Enrollment
90
Gender Split
61% M / 39% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
10
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.7 hours
Days Per Year
162 days
Setting
Large City
County
King County

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