Excellent
#15 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 4% of private schools
University Child Development School
Elementary School
5062 9TH AVE NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
271
Student-Teacher
4.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#15 of 381
In Seattle
#4 of 68
public schools
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University Child Development School
Elementary School in Seattle · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About University Child Development School
University Child Development School is a private elementary school in Seattle, WA. University Child Development School serves approximately 271 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 4.1:1 student-teacher ratio. University Child Development School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #15 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 4.1:1 students to teachers, University Child Development School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
University Child Development 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 University Child Development School compares to 83 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| University Child Development School (this school) | 8.2 |
| McDonald International School | 9.6 |
| John Stanford International School | 9.3 |
| Green Lake Elementary School | 7.2 |
| Bryant Elementary School | 8.8 |
| B F Day Elementary School | 9.7 |
| Tops K-8 School | 9.2 |
| Daniel Bagley Elementary School | 8.6 |
| Montlake Elementary School | 9.2 |
| Laurelhurst Elementary School | 6.6 |
| Wedgwood Elementary School | 8.5 |
| Thornton Creek Elementary School | 8.9 |
| West Woodland Elementary School | 8.9 |
| Stephen Decatur Elementary School | 9.5 |
| Cascadia Elementary | 9.5 |
| View Ridge Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Olympic View Elementary School | 7.7 |
| Sacajawea Elementary School | 6.7 |
| Stevens Elementary School | 9.6 |
| Greenwood Elementary School | 9.7 |
| Queen Anne Elementary | 8.6 |
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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.
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
5062 9TH AVE NE, Seattle, WA 98105
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering University Child Development School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. McDonald International School (rated 9.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Stanford International School (rated 9.3/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Tops K-8 School (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ACADEMY FOR PRECISION LEARNING Seattle | 0.2 mi | 9.0 |
| UNIVERSITY COOPERATIVE SCHOOL Seattle | 0.3 mi | 7.3 |
| McDonald International School Seattle | 0.4 mi | 9.6 |
| John Stanford International School Seattle | 0.7 mi | 9.3 |
| Roosevelt High School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| THE MERIDIAN SCHOOL Seattle | 0.7 mi | 8.3 |
| Green Lake Elementary School Seattle | 0.8 mi | 7.2 |
| BILLINGS MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.9 |
| SEATTLE JEWISH COMMUNITY SCHOOL Seattle | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST BENEDICT SCHOOL Seattle | 0.9 mi | 6.8 |
| Hamilton International Middle School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 8.3 |
| Lincoln High School Seattle | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| ST CATHERINE SCHOOL Seattle | 1.7 mi | 6.6 |
| Tops K-8 School Seattle | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| Bryant Elementary School Seattle | 1.3 mi | 8.8 |
| BERTSCHI SCHOOL Seattle | 1.9 mi | 7.9 |
| PERKINS SCHOOL Seattle | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| UNIVERSITY PREP Seattle | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| Eckstein Middle School Seattle | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Montlake Elementary School Seattle | 1.9 mi | 9.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98105 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$78,691
Median Home Value
$1,261,100
Median Rent
$1,803/mo
Population
49,229
College Educated
77.2%
Homeownership
33.1%
Avg Commute
24.2 min
Poverty Rate
22.8%
Median Age
24.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Alpine Lakes Elementary Leavenworth, WA | 8.2 |
| Mann Elementary School Tacoma, WA | 8.2 |
| Mount Erie Elementary Anacortes, WA | 8.2 |
| Pioneer Elementary School Olympia, WA | 8.2 |
| Summit School Spokane Valley, WA | 8.2 |
| WILLOWS PREPARATORY SCHOOL Redmond, WA | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about University Child Development School
What grades does University Child Development School serve?
University Child Development School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend University Child Development School?
University Child Development School has an enrollment of approximately 271 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at University Child Development School?
The student-teacher ratio at University Child Development School is 4.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does University Child Development School rank in WA?
University Child Development School ranks #15 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is University Child Development School's MySchoolScout rating?
University Child Development 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 University Child Development School a private school?
Yes, University Child Development 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 University Child Development School a religious school?
No, University Child Development School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 271
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 4.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 67
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 185 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 399-0557
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