Very Good
#113 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 29% of private schools
Overlake Specialty School
School
2610 116TH AVE NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
3rd – 12th
Enrollment
54
Student-Teacher
7.7:1
Score
7.0
Grades
3rd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#113 of 381
In Bellevue
#14 of 24
public schools
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About Overlake Specialty School
Overlake Specialty School is a private school in Bellevue, WA. Overlake Specialty School serves approximately 54 students, and covers grades 3rd-12th, and has a 7.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Overlake Specialty School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #113 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 54 students, Overlake Specialty 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 7.7:1 students to teachers, Overlake Specialty School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Overlake Specialty 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 Overlake Specialty School compares to 31 public schools serving similar grades in Bellevue, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Overlake Specialty School (this school) | 7.0 |
| Cherry Crest Elementary School | 8.4 |
| Clyde Hill Elementary | 7.9 |
| Chinook Middle School | 7.7 |
| Bellevue Digital Discovery | — |
| Jing Mei Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Central Educational Services | 7.1 |
| Bellevue Open Doors Reengagement | — |
| Stevenson Elementary | 4.7 |
| Odle Middle School | 9.3 |
| Highland Middle School | 5.1 |
| International School | 9.1 |
| Bellevue High School | 8.4 |
| Sammamish Senior High | 6.9 |
| Puesta del Sol Elementary School | 6.9 |
| Lake Hills Elementary | 6.1 |
| Interlake Senior High School | 8.7 |
| Woodridge Elementary | 8.8 |
| Sherwood Forest Elementary | 6.1 |
| Ardmore Elementary School | 6.2 |
| Enatai Elementary School | 7.3 |
Showing 20 of 31 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
2610 116TH AVE NE, Bellevue, WA 98004
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Overlake Specialty School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Emerson K-12 (rated 7.7/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Kirkland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Central Educational Services (rated 7.1/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bellevue, see our Bellevue schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| THE LITTLE SCHOOL Bellevue | 0.1 mi | 7.1 |
| CEDAR CREST ACADEMY - BELLEWOOD CAMPUS Bellevue | 0.5 mi | 7.5 |
| CEDAR CREST ACADEMY BELLEWOOD Bellevue | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| BELLEVUE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bellevue | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Cherry Crest Elementary School Bellevue | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| LINDAMOOD-BELL LEARNING PROCESSES BELLEVUE Bellevue | 0.6 mi | — |
| CHESTNUT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bellevue | 0.8 mi | — |
| EASTSIDE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Kirkland | 0.9 mi | 6.7 |
| CEDAR CREST ACADEMY KIRKLAND Kirkland | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| EASTSIDE ACADEMY Bellevue | 1.2 mi | — |
| Emerson High School Kirkland | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| Northstar Middle School Kirkland | 1.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Emerson K-12 Kirkland | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| Bellevue Digital Discovery Bellevue | 1.6 mi | — |
| Central Educational Services Bellevue | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Bellevue Open Doors Reengagement Bellevue | 1.7 mi | — |
| Jing Mei Elementary School Bellevue | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| KIRKLAND CHILDRENS SCHOOL Kirkland | 1.6 mi | — |
| Clyde Hill Elementary Bellevue | 1.3 mi | 7.9 |
| Chinook Middle School Bellevue | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98004 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$176,367
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,706/mo
Population
39,435
College Educated
76.4%
Homeownership
36.2%
Avg Commute
21.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
38.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bainbridge Special Education Services Bainbridge Island, WA | 7.0 |
| Central Educational Services Bellevue, WA | 7.1 |
| Jim Tangeman Center Vancouver, WA | 7.1 |
| TEMPLE BAPTIST ACADEMY Lacey, WA | 6.9 |
| ACADEMY SCHOOLS Tukwila, WA | 6.8 |
| NEW HORIZON SCHOOL Renton, WA | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Overlake Specialty School
What grades does Overlake Specialty School serve?
Overlake Specialty School serves students in grades 3rd through 12th.
How many students attend Overlake Specialty School?
Overlake Specialty School has an enrollment of approximately 54 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Overlake Specialty School?
The student-teacher ratio at Overlake Specialty School is 7.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Overlake Specialty School rank in WA?
Overlake Specialty School ranks #113 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Overlake Specialty School's MySchoolScout rating?
Overlake Specialty School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Overlake Specialty School a private school?
Yes, Overlake Specialty 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 Overlake Specialty School a religious school?
No, Overlake Specialty School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 3rd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 54
- Gender Split
- 83% M / 17% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 212 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 635-6711
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