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#268 of 381 private schools in WA
The Island School
Elementary School
8553 NE DAY RD E, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
84
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
5.8
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#268 of 381
In Bainbridge Island
#5 of 5
public schools
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The Island School
Elementary School in Bainbridge Island · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Halilts Elementary School
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About The Island School
The Island School is a private elementary school in Bainbridge Island, WA. The Island School serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. The Island School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #268 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 5.8 · Average
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 84 students, The Island 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, The Island School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Island 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 The Island School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Bainbridge Island, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Island School (this school) | 5.8 |
| Halilts Elementary School | 8.7 |
| Sonoji Sakai Intermediate | 9.4 |
| Ordway Elementary | 9.5 |
| Bainbridge Special Education Services | 7.0 |
| Mosaic Home Education Partnership | 2.7 |
| Odyssey Multiage Program | 9.2 |
| Capt Johnston Blakely Elem Sch | 9.6 |
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
8553 NE DAY RD E, Bainbridge Island, WA 98110
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Island School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Capt Johnston Blakely Elem Sch (rated 9.6/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Ordway Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Odyssey Multiage Program (rated 9.2/10, 3.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bainbridge Island, see our Bainbridge Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Halilts Elementary School Bainbridge Island | 0.5 mi | 8.7 |
| Sonoji Sakai Intermediate Bainbridge Island | 2.1 mi | 9.4 |
| Woodward Middle School Bainbridge Island | 2.3 mi | 8.4 |
| Ordway Elementary Bainbridge Island | 2.7 mi | 9.5 |
| Bainbridge Special Education Services Bainbridge Island | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| Bainbridge High School Bainbridge Island | 2.8 mi | 8.2 |
| MONTESSORI COUNTRY SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 3.0 mi | 5.9 |
| Mosaic Home Education Partnership Bainbridge Island | 3.0 mi | 2.7 |
| Odyssey Multiage Program Bainbridge Island | 3.0 mi | 9.2 |
| Eagle Harbor High School Bainbridge Island | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| ST CECILIA CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 3.0 mi | 7.0 |
| Chief Kitsap Academy Poulsbo | 2.8 mi | 6.4 |
| MADRONA SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 3.8 mi | — |
| CARDEN COUNTRY SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 3.8 mi | 6.1 |
| HYLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Bainbridge Island | 4.0 mi | 7.3 |
| Suquamish Elementary School Suquamish | 4.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Capt Johnston Blakely Elem Sch Bainbridge Island | 5.0 mi | 9.6 |
| WEST SOUND ACADEMY Poulsbo | 4.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Brownsville Elementary Bremerton | 4.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Esquire Hills Elementary Bremerton | 4.9 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98110 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,882
Median Home Value
$1,076,200
Median Rent
$2,081/mo
Population
24,607
College Educated
75%
Homeownership
81.2%
Avg Commute
39.4 min
Poverty Rate
2.7%
Median Age
49
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| MONTESSORI AT SAMISH WOODS Bellingham, WA | 5.8 |
| Puyallup Parent Partnership Program Puyallup, WA | 5.8 |
| Blaine Home Connection Blaine, WA | 5.7 |
| SPOKANE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Spokane, WA | 5.7 |
| SWAN SCHOOL Port Townsend, WA | 5.7 |
| HOLY ROSARY BILINGUAL ACADEMY Fife, WA | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Island School
What grades does The Island School serve?
The Island School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend The Island School?
The Island School has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Island School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Island School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Island School rank in WA?
The Island School ranks #268 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is The Island School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Island School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Island School a private school?
Yes, The Island 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 The Island School a religious school?
No, The Island School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 84
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 9
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 162 days
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Kitsap County
- Phone
- (206) 842-0400
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