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#149 of 381 private schools in WA

Top 39% of private schools

St Monica School

Elementary School

4320 87TH AVE SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040

Private

Enrollment

216

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

6.7

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#149 of 381

In Mercer Island

#4 of 4

public schools

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St Monica School

6.7/10

Elementary School in Mercer Island · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mercer Island High School

8.8/10

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9.2/10

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About St Monica School

St Monica School is a private elementary school in Mercer Island, WA. St Monica School serves approximately 216 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. St Monica School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #149 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it comparesOn par with WA schools
  • This school 6.7 · Average
  • WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

St Monica 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

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How St Monica School compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Mercer Island, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
This School
vs
17.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
216
This School
vs
502
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.7
This School
vs
9.1
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 70.8% vs 0%
Asian 7.9% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.1% vs 0%
Black 2.3% vs 0%
St Monica School Mercer Island Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
St Monica School (this school) 6.7
Northwood Elementary School 9.2
West Mercer Elementary 9.0
Island Park Elementary 9.7
Islander Middle School 8.2
Lakeridge Elementary School 9.3

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)
B 5.5 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 12.1:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A- 7.6 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.8 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,224
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B+ 6.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 47%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Enrollment 216
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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 70.8%
Two or More 13.9%
Asian 7.9%
Hispanic 5.1%
Black 2.3%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

4320 87TH AVE SE, Mercer Island, WA 98040

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering St Monica School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Island Park Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lakeridge Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Northwood Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Mercer Island, see our Mercer Island schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mercer Island High School Mercer Island 0.2 mi 8.8
Northwood Elementary School Mercer Island 0.3 mi 9.2
West Mercer Elementary Mercer Island 0.4 mi 9.0
NORTHWEST YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Mercer Island 0.8 mi 6.9
PRIVETT ACADEMY Mercer Island 0.8 mi
YELLOW WOOD ACADEMY Mercer Island 0.8 mi 8.2
Island Park Elementary Mercer Island 1.1 mi 9.7
FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PUGET SOUND Mercer Island 0.9 mi 7.8
EARLY WORLD MONTESSORI Mercer Island 1.1 mi
CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER LLC Mercer Island 1.5 mi
Enatai Elementary School Bellevue 1.8 mi 7.3
Islander Middle School Mercer Island 2.2 mi 8.2
Lakeridge Elementary School Mercer Island 2.5 mi 9.3
Bellevue High School Bellevue 2.7 mi 8.4
Newport Heights Elementary Bellevue 2.2 mi 8.9
Vera Risdon Middle School Newcastle 2.6 mi 6.5
TORAH ACADEMY OF THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST Seattle 2.4 mi
Hazelwood Elementary School Newcastle 2.8 mi 8.8
Medina Elementary School Medina 3.3 mi 9.1
Newport Senior High School Bellevue 2.4 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$202,359

Median Home Value

$1,884,200

Median Rent

$2,464/mo

Population

25,282

College Educated

78.8%

Homeownership

66%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

4.6%

Median Age

45.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about St Monica School

What grades does St Monica School serve?

St Monica School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend St Monica School?

St Monica School has an enrollment of approximately 216 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at St Monica School?

The student-teacher ratio at St Monica School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does St Monica School rank in WA?

St Monica School ranks #149 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is St Monica School's MySchoolScout rating?

St Monica School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is St Monica School a private school?

Yes, St Monica 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 Monica School a religious school?

St Monica School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
216
Gender Split
50% M / 50% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
18
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.8 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
King County

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