Average
#137 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 36% of private schools
Puget Sounds Community School
High School
660 S DEARBORN ST, Seattle, WA 98134
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
33
Student-Teacher
6.9:1
Score
6.8
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#137 of 381
In Seattle
#37 of 68
public schools
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Puget Sounds Community School
High School in Seattle · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Puget Sounds Community School
Puget Sounds Community School is a private high school in Seattle, WA. Puget Sounds Community School serves approximately 33 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 6.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Puget Sounds Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #137 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.8 · Average
- WA avg 5.8
What Parents Should Know
At 33 students, Puget Sounds Community 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 6.9:1 students to teachers, Puget Sounds Community School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Puget Sounds Community 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 Puget Sounds Community School compares to 53 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Puget Sounds Community School (this school) | 6.8 |
| Summit Public School: Sierra | 8.3 |
| Interagency Detention School | 7.2 |
| Middle College High School | 8.1 |
| Washington Middle School | 7.2 |
| Private School Services | 7.0 |
| Interagency Programs | 5.3 |
| Garfield High School | 7.6 |
| Seattle World School | 6.0 |
| Nova High School | 5.2 |
| Edmonds S. Meany Middle School | 4.0 |
| Franklin High School | 7.2 |
| The Center School | 6.8 |
| Mercer International Middle School | 7.8 |
| Pathfinder K-8 School | 8.6 |
| Cleveland High School STEM | 8.8 |
| West Seattle High School | 8.2 |
| Interagency Open Doors | 6.9 |
| Tops K-8 School | 9.2 |
| McClure Middle School | 8.1 |
| Madison Middle School | 8.3 |
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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
660 S DEARBORN ST, Seattle, WA 98134
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Puget Sounds Community School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Summit Public School: Sierra (rated 8.3/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Middle College High School (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ONEWORLD NOW! Seattle | 0.1 mi | 4.7 |
| Summit Public School: Sierra Seattle | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Bailey Gatzert Elementary School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Interagency Detention School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| O'DEA HIGH SCHOOL Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BRIGHT WATER WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| Middle College High School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| Beacon Hill International School Seattle | 0.9 mi | 9.4 |
| Interagency Programs Seattle | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| Private School Services Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL Seattle | 1.2 mi | 7.7 |
| SEATTLE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Seattle | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| MENACHEM MENDEL SEATTLE CHEDER DAY SCHOOL Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.1 |
| THE POLYTECH Seattle | 1.1 mi | — |
| HAMLIN ROBINSON SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| SEATTLE CLASSICAL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Seattle | 1.0 mi | 5.8 |
| Washington Middle School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Seattle World School Seattle | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| LAKE WASHINGTON GIRLS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.2 mi | 7.8 |
| GIDDENS SCHOOL Seattle | 1.2 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98134 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$66,119
Median Home Value
$385,300
Median Rent
$1,551/mo
Population
779
College Educated
26%
Homeownership
34.3%
Poverty Rate
44.5%
Median Age
37.4
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Prosser Opportunity Academy Prosser, WA | 6.8 |
| Chelan School of Innovation Chelan, WA | 6.9 |
| Contract Learning Center Grandview, WA | 6.9 |
| Lewis County Alternative School Chehalis, WA | 6.9 |
| PACIFIC LEARNING ACADEMY Issaquah, WA | 6.9 |
| Glenwood Secondary Glenwood, WA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Puget Sounds Community School
What grades does Puget Sounds Community School serve?
Puget Sounds Community School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Puget Sounds Community School?
Puget Sounds Community School has an enrollment of approximately 33 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Puget Sounds Community School?
The student-teacher ratio at Puget Sounds Community School is 6.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Puget Sounds Community School rank in WA?
Puget Sounds Community School ranks #137 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Puget Sounds Community School's MySchoolScout rating?
Puget Sounds Community School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Puget Sounds Community School a private school?
Yes, Puget Sounds Community 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 Puget Sounds Community School a religious school?
No, Puget Sounds Community School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 33
- Gender Split
- 58% M / 42% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 5
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 324-4350
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