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#151 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 39% of private schools
St Catherine School
Elementary School
8524 8TH AVE NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
225
Student-Teacher
11.5:1
Score
6.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#151 of 381
In Seattle
#40 of 68
public schools
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St Catherine School
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About St Catherine School
St Catherine School is a private elementary school in Seattle, WA. St Catherine School serves approximately 225 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. St Catherine School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #151 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 6.6 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
St Catherine 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 St Catherine School compares to 104 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| St Catherine School (this school) | 6.6 |
| Olympic View Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Sacajawea Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Cascadia Elementary | 9.5 |
| Robert Eagle Staff Middle School | 8.7 |
| Wedgwood Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Green Lake Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Daniel Bagley Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Eckstein Middle School | 8.0 |
| McDonald International School | 9.6 |
| Hazel Wolf K-8 | 9.2 |
| Thornton Creek Elementary School | 8.9 |
| James Baldwin Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Stephen Decatur Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Jane Addams Middle School | 7.7 |
| Bryant Elementary School | 8.8 |
| Greenwood Elementary School | 9.7 |
| John Rogers Elementary School | 8.4 |
| View Ridge Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Viewlands Elementary School | 9.4 |
| John Stanford International School | 9.3 |
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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
8524 8TH AVE NE, Seattle, WA 98115
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering St Catherine School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McDonald International School (rated 9.6/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Cascadia Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Hazel Wolf K-8 (rated 9.2/10, 1.6 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 |
|---|---|---|
| PERKINS SCHOOL Seattle | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Olympic View Elementary School Seattle | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| DARTMOOR SCHOOL Seattle | 0.6 mi | — |
| BILLINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| SEATTLE JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 6.0 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY--SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle | 0.7 mi | 7.5 |
| Sacajawea Elementary School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Roosevelt High School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Green Lake Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Cascadia Elementary Seattle | 0.9 mi | 9.5 |
| SPRING ACADEMY Seattle | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| UNIVERSITY PREP Seattle | 1.0 mi | 6.8 |
| Robert Eagle Staff Middle School Seattle | 1.0 mi | 8.7 |
| UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Wedgwood Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Daniel Bagley Elementary School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| McDonald International School Seattle | 1.6 mi | 9.6 |
| Hazel Wolf K-8 Seattle | 1.6 mi | 9.2 |
| UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL Seattle | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| SEATTLE WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98115 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,190
Median Home Value
$1,041,500
Median Rent
$2,118/mo
Population
54,248
College Educated
78.3%
Homeownership
59.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
6%
Median Age
37.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Broadway Elementary Spokane Valley, WA | 6.6 |
| Central Elementary School Hoquiam, WA | 6.6 |
| Everson Elementary Everson, WA | 6.6 |
| Kittitas Elementary School Kittitas, WA | 6.6 |
| Larchmont Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 6.6 |
| Laurelhurst Elementary School Seattle, WA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about St Catherine School
What grades does St Catherine School serve?
St Catherine School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend St Catherine School?
St Catherine School has an enrollment of approximately 225 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at St Catherine School?
The student-teacher ratio at St Catherine School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does St Catherine School rank in WA?
St Catherine School ranks #151 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is St Catherine School's MySchoolScout rating?
St Catherine School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is St Catherine School a private school?
Yes, St Catherine School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is St Catherine School a religious school?
St Catherine School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 225
- Gender Split
- 56% M / 44% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 525-0581
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