Very Good
#80 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 21% of private schools
The Seabury School
Elementary School
1801 53RD ST NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
89
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
7.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#80 of 381
In Tacoma
#5 of 18
public schools
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The Seabury School
Elementary School in Tacoma · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About The Seabury School
The Seabury School is a private elementary school in Tacoma, WA. The Seabury School serves approximately 89 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. The Seabury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #80 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 89 students, The Seabury 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 8:1 students to teachers, The Seabury School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
The Seabury 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 Seabury School compares to 76 public schools serving similar grades in Tacoma, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| The Seabury School (this school) | 7.4 |
| Browns Point Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Meeker Middle School | 6.1 |
| Crescent Heights Elementary School | 7.6 |
| N.E. Tacoma Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Lowell Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Special Services | — |
| Washington Elementary School | 8.2 |
| Sherman Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Mason Middle School | 7.1 |
| Grant Elementary School | 8.3 |
| Hilltop Heritage Middle School | 5.9 |
| Bryant Montessori School | 5.7 |
| Bryant Montessori Middle School | 5.4 |
| Edna Travis Elementary School | 4.2 |
| Stanley Elementary School | 4.7 |
| Jefferson Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Point Defiance Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Truman Middle School | 5.7 |
| Downing Elementary School | 9.0 |
| Franklin Elementary School | 5.5 |
Showing 20 of 76 schools. View all schools in Tacoma
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
1801 53RD ST NE, Tacoma, WA 98422
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Seabury School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lowell Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 3.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Browns Point Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, N.E. Tacoma Elementary School (rated 7.7/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Tacoma, see our Tacoma schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Browns Point Elementary School Tacoma | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| Meeker Middle School Tacoma | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| Crescent Heights Elementary School Tacoma | 1.3 mi | 7.6 |
| Green Gables Elementary School Federal Way | 1.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Twin Lakes Elementary School Federal Way | 1.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Brigadoon Elementary School Federal Way | 2.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Stadium High School Tacoma | 2.9 mi | 6.2 |
| THE COR DEO SCHOOL Tacoma | 3.1 mi | 6.6 |
| ANNIE WRIGHT SCHOOLS Tacoma | 3.0 mi | 7.9 |
| Tacoma School of the Arts Tacoma | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Comm Based Trans Program Tacoma | 3.5 mi | 7.5 |
| Special Services Tacoma | 3.5 mi | — |
| N.E. Tacoma Elementary School Tacoma | 2.8 mi | 7.7 |
| ST PATRICK CATHOLIC SCHOOL Tacoma | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Olympic View Elementary School Federal Way | 2.7 mi | 3.5 |
| Lowell Elementary School Tacoma | 3.3 mi | 9.1 |
| Decatur High School Federal Way | 2.7 mi | 4.8 |
| FAITH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tacoma | 2.9 mi | 7.8 |
| Bates Technical High School Tacoma | 3.8 mi | 7.2 |
| Bryant Montessori School Tacoma | 3.9 mi | 5.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98422 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,989
Median Home Value
$614,300
Median Rent
$2,104/mo
Population
22,126
College Educated
39.3%
Homeownership
77.6%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
39
Similar Schools
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|---|---|
| THE GARDNER SCHOOL OF ARTS & SCIENCES Vancouver, WA | 7.4 |
| THREE TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Burien, WA | 7.4 |
| CHRYSALIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Woodinville, WA | 7.5 |
| Ignite Family Academy Lacey, WA | 7.3 |
| UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 7.3 |
| Wilson Creek Elementary Wilson Creek, WA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Seabury School
What grades does The Seabury School serve?
The Seabury School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend The Seabury School?
The Seabury School has an enrollment of approximately 89 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Seabury School?
The student-teacher ratio at The Seabury School is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does The Seabury School rank in WA?
The Seabury School ranks #80 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is The Seabury School's MySchoolScout rating?
The Seabury School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is The Seabury School a private school?
Yes, The Seabury 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 Seabury School a religious school?
No, The Seabury School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 89
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Pierce County
- Phone
- (253) 952-3111
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