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The Polytech

High School

1500 4TH AVE STE 900, Seattle, WA 98101

Private

Enrollment

6

Student-Teacher

1.9:1

Grades

10th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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High School in Seattle · grades 10th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About The Polytech

The Polytech is a private high school in Seattle, WA. The Polytech serves approximately 6 students, and covers grades 10th-12th, and has a 1.9:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

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What Parents Should Know

At 6 students, The Polytech 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 1.9:1 students to teachers, The Polytech sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

The Polytech 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 The Polytech compares to 28 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio
1.9:1
This School
vs
18.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
6
This School
vs
661
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 50% vs 0%
Hispanic 50% vs 0%
The Polytech Seattle Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
The Polytech (this school)
Middle College High School 8.1
The Center School 6.8
Interagency Detention School 7.2
Summit Public School: Sierra 8.3
Seattle World School 6.0
Garfield High School 7.6
Nova High School 5.2
Private School Services 7.0
Interagency Programs 5.3
Franklin High School 7.2
West Seattle High School 8.2
Lincoln High School 7.1
Cleveland High School STEM 8.8
Interagency Open Doors 6.9
Roosevelt High School 7.9
Ballard High School 8.2
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy 5.2
Chief Sealth International High School 6.0
Bridges Transition 3.4
Alan T. Sugiyama High School 5.4

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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.

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
6 students
Type
Private
Student-Teacher Ratio
1.9:1
Address
1500 4TH AVE STE 900, Seattle, WA 98101
Phone
(206) 557-4646
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 50.0%
Hispanic 50.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1500 4TH AVE STE 900, Seattle, WA 98101

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering The Polytech may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Summit Public School: Sierra (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away). Another option is Middle College High School (rated 8.1/10, 0.8 miles away). Additionally, THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away). For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
SPRUCE ST SCHOOL Seattle 0.4 mi 6.7
MORNINGSIDE ACADEMY Seattle 0.5 mi 5.1
THE NORTHWEST SCHOOL Seattle 0.5 mi 7.7
O'DEA HIGH SCHOOL Seattle 0.6 mi 6.8
Middle College High School Seattle 0.8 mi 8.1
ONEWORLD NOW! Seattle 1.1 mi 4.7
The Center School Seattle 1.0 mi 6.8
PUGET SOUNDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle 1.1 mi 6.8
SEATTLE ACADEMY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES Seattle 1.0 mi 7.1
Interagency Detention School Seattle 1.1 mi 7.2
Summit Public School: Sierra Seattle 1.2 mi 8.3
Bailey Gatzert Elementary School Seattle 1.2 mi 7.9
Lowell Elementary School Seattle 1.3 mi 4.3
FUSION ACADEMY SEATTLE Seattle 1.6 mi 6.9
John Hay Elementary School Seattle 1.7 mi 6.8
SEATTLE AMISTAD SCHOOL Seattle 1.7 mi 7.6
Seattle World School Seattle 1.3 mi 6.0
BRIGHT WATER WALDORF SCHOOL Seattle 1.5 mi 7.8
ST ANNE SCHOOL Seattle 1.7 mi 4.9
Queen Anne Elementary Seattle 2.0 mi 8.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,143

Median Home Value

$741,400

Median Rent

$2,476/mo

Population

16,396

College Educated

71.2%

Homeownership

15.7%

Avg Commute

22.3 min

Poverty Rate

11.3%

Median Age

34

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about The Polytech

What grades does The Polytech serve?

The Polytech serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend The Polytech?

The Polytech has an enrollment of approximately 6 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at The Polytech?

The student-teacher ratio at The Polytech is 1.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is The Polytech a private school?

Yes, The Polytech 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 Polytech a religious school?

No, The Polytech is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
6
Gender Split
17% M / 83% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
1.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
3
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
8.5 hours
Days Per Year
215 days
Setting
Large City
County
King County

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