Excellent
#12 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 3% of private schools
Sunrise Beach School
School
1601 N ST SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Enrollment
46
Student-Teacher
3.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#12 of 381
In Olympia
#1 of 7
public schools
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Sunrise Beach School
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About Sunrise Beach School
Sunrise Beach School is a private school in Olympia, WA. Sunrise Beach School serves approximately 46 students, and covers grades Pre-K-11th, and has a 3.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunrise Beach School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #12 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 46 students, Sunrise Beach 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 3.2:1 students to teachers, Sunrise Beach School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Sunrise Beach 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 Sunrise Beach School compares to 25 public schools serving similar grades in Olympia, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Sunrise Beach School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Olympia High School | 6.1 |
| Washington Middle School | 6.4 |
| Centennial Elementary | 8.0 |
| McKenny Elementary | 7.9 |
| Lincoln Elementary School | 5.8 |
| Olympia Regional Learning Academy | 6.0 |
| Avanti High School | 7.2 |
| Madison Elementary School | 5.4 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School | 7.3 |
| Garfield Elementary School | 4.6 |
| Touchstone | — |
| Jefferson Middle School | 7.7 |
| Reeves Middle School | 6.6 |
| Capital High School | 6.8 |
| East Olympia Elementary | 6.7 |
| Leland P Brown Elementary | 6.0 |
| Black Lake Elementary | 6.5 |
| Thurgood Marshall Middle School | 6.5 |
| Julia Butler Hansen Elementary | 6.2 |
Showing 20 of 25 schools. View all schools in Olympia
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
1601 N ST SE, Olympia, WA 98501
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunrise Beach School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Pioneer Elementary School (rated 8.2/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Centennial Elementary (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, McKenny Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 1.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Olympia, see our Olympia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pioneer Elementary School Olympia | 0.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Olympia High School Olympia | 0.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Washington Middle School Olympia | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| NOVA SCHOOL Olympia | 1.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Centennial Elementary Olympia | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| OLYMPIA COMMUNITY SCHOOL Olympia | 1.4 mi | 4.0 |
| Lincoln Elementary School Olympia | 1.3 mi | 5.8 |
| McKenny Elementary Olympia | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| Olympia Regional Learning Academy Olympia | 1.6 mi | 6.0 |
| ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Olympia | 1.7 mi | 6.5 |
| Madison Elementary School Olympia | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Avanti High School Olympia | 2.0 mi | 7.2 |
| Michael T Simmons Elementary Tumwater | 1.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Peter G Schmidt Elementary Tumwater | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Washington Connections Academy - Mary M. Knight Tumwater | 2.5 mi | 5.9 |
| Roosevelt Elementary School Olympia | 2.8 mi | 7.3 |
| ESD 113 Consortium Reengagement Program Tumwater | 2.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Tumwater Hill Elementary Tumwater | 2.1 mi | 5.2 |
| CAPITAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Olympia | 2.5 mi | — |
| Tumwater High School Tumwater | 2.7 mi | 5.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98501 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$95,695
Median Home Value
$485,200
Median Rent
$1,600/mo
Population
46,937
College Educated
47.7%
Homeownership
60.7%
Avg Commute
21.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.9%
Median Age
39.5
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| Kahlotus Elem & High Kahlotus, WA | 8.0 |
| FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma, WA | 7.8 |
| North River School Cosmopolis, WA | 7.6 |
| CHILDREN'S INSTITUTE FOR LEARNING DIFFERENCES Renton, WA | 7.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunrise Beach School
What grades does Sunrise Beach School serve?
Sunrise Beach School serves students in grades Pre-K through 11th.
How many students attend Sunrise Beach School?
Sunrise Beach School has an enrollment of approximately 46 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Beach School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunrise Beach School is 3.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Sunrise Beach School rank in WA?
Sunrise Beach School ranks #12 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Sunrise Beach School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunrise Beach School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Sunrise Beach School a private school?
Yes, Sunrise Beach School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Sunrise Beach School a religious school?
Sunrise Beach School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 11th
- Enrollment
- 46
- Gender Split
- 39% M / 61% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 3.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 15
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Thurston County
- Phone
- (360) 791-8348
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