Very Good
#56 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 14% of private schools
Soundview School
Elementary School
6515 196TH ST SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
134
Student-Teacher
8.4:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#56 of 381
In Lynnwood
#1 of 4
public schools
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Soundview School
Elementary School in Lynnwood · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Soundview School
Soundview School is a private elementary school in Lynnwood, WA. Soundview School serves approximately 134 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Soundview School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #56 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 134 students, Soundview 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 8.4:1 students to teachers, Soundview School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Soundview 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 Soundview School compares to 17 public schools serving similar grades in Lynnwood, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Soundview School (this school) | 7.6 |
| Lynndale Elementary | 6.9 |
| Contracted Schools | — |
| Cedar Valley Community School | 4.0 |
| College Place Elementary | 5.3 |
| College Place Middle School | 5.9 |
| Lynnwood Elementary | 5.5 |
| Meadowdale Middle School | 6.7 |
| Meadowdale Elementary | 6.1 |
| Beverly Elementary | 4.6 |
| Spruce Elementary | 5.6 |
| Hazelwood Elementary | 6.7 |
| Early Childhood Center | 4.1 |
| Alderwood Middle School | 5.5 |
| Martha Lake Elementary | 5.7 |
| Hilltop Elementary | 8.7 |
| Oak Heights Elementary | 5.8 |
| Lake Stickney Elementary School | 5.9 |
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.
Data Unavailable
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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
6515 196TH ST SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Soundview School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Seaview Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Edmonds), which scores notably higher. Another option is Maplewood Parent Coop (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Edmonds), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BRIGHTON SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Mountlake Terrace), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Lynnwood, see our Lynnwood schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Edmonds Career Access Program Lynnwood | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| Contracted Schools Lynnwood | 0.6 mi | — |
| Lynndale Elementary Lynnwood | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Cedar Valley Community School Lynnwood | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| CEDAR PARK CHRISTIAN SCHOOL-LYNNWOOD CAMPUS Lynnwood | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| College Place Elementary Lynnwood | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| College Place Middle School Lynnwood | 0.9 mi | 5.9 |
| Edmonds eLearning Academy Lynnwood | 1.0 mi | 2.7 |
| ST THOMAS MORE PARISH SCHOOL Lynnwood | 1.3 mi | 6.9 |
| OLYMPIC VIEW MONTESSORI Edmonds | 1.0 mi | — |
| Edmonds Woodway High School Edmonds | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| BRIGHTON SCHOOL Mountlake Terrace | 1.5 mi | 8.1 |
| Meadowdale Middle School Lynnwood | 1.7 mi | 6.7 |
| Meadowdale High School Lynnwood | 1.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Meadowdale Elementary Lynnwood | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| Seaview Elementary Edmonds | 1.3 mi | 9.0 |
| Maplewood Parent Coop Edmonds | 1.3 mi | 8.2 |
| Lynnwood Elementary Lynnwood | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Chase Lake Elementary Edmonds | 1.7 mi | 6.0 |
| Mountlake Terrace Elementary Mountlake Terrace | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98036 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,566
Median Home Value
$693,300
Median Rent
$1,686/mo
Population
42,016
College Educated
38.9%
Homeownership
60.4%
Avg Commute
29.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.4%
Median Age
39.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Cosmopolis Elementary School Cosmopolis, WA | 7.6 |
| ST ALPHONSUS SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.6 |
| CEDAR CREST ACADEMY - BELLEWOOD CAMPUS Bellevue, WA | 7.5 |
| MEDINA ACADEMY Bellevue, WA | 7.5 |
| ST MADELEINE SOPHIE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bellevue, WA | 7.5 |
| Bess Herian Elementary Cusick, WA | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Soundview School
What grades does Soundview School serve?
Soundview School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Soundview School?
Soundview School has an enrollment of approximately 134 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Soundview School?
The student-teacher ratio at Soundview School is 8.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Soundview School rank in WA?
Soundview School ranks #56 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Soundview School's MySchoolScout rating?
Soundview School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Soundview School a private school?
Yes, Soundview 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 Soundview School a religious school?
No, Soundview School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 134
- Gender Split
- 54% M / 46% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 170 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Snohomish County
- Phone
- (425) 778-8572
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