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#213 of 381 private schools in WA

West Seattle Montessori

Elementary School

11215 15TH AVE SW, Seattle, WA 98146

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

137

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Enrollment

137

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Washington private schools

#213 of 381

In Seattle

#51 of 68

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About West Seattle Montessori

West Seattle Montessori is a private elementary school in Seattle, WA. West Seattle Montessori serves approximately 137 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. West Seattle Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #213 of 381 private schools in WA.

How it compares0.6 pts below WA schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
WA avg 6.8

What Parents Should Know

At 137 students, West Seattle Montessori 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.

West Seattle Montessori 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 West Seattle Montessori compares to 104 public schools serving similar grades in Seattle, WA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.5:1

This School

15.9:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

137

This School

394

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

7.6

Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 73.7% vs 0%

Asian 3.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 0.7% vs 0%

West Seattle Montessori Seattle Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
West Seattle Montessori (this school)	—	137	10.5:1	6.2
Mount View Elementary	0.3 mi	423	17.6:1	4.8
Cascade Middle School	0.4 mi	662	15.4:1	4.5
White Center Heights Elementary	0.9 mi	533	18.4:1	6.7
Arbor Heights Elementary School	1.2 mi	511	15.5:1	8.6
Bridges Transition	1.3 mi	118	39.3:1	3.4
Summit Public School: Atlas	1.5 mi	545	18.8:1	4.5
Highland Park Elementary School	1.6 mi	283	14.2:1	7.8
Beverly Park Elem at Glendale	1.8 mi	370	16.1:1	5.2
Rainier Prep	1.8 mi	333	14.5:1	8.7
David T. Denny International Middle School	2.0 mi	713	14.6:1	6.4
Concord International School	2.0 mi	286	11.9:1	3.4
Roxhill Elementary School	2.3 mi	273	14.4:1	5.6
Hilltop Elementary	2.6 mi	531	21.2:1	3.5
Sanislo Elementary School	2.6 mi	171	12.2:1	5.8
West Seattle Elementary School	2.9 mi	374	11.3:1	9.4
Gatewood Elementary School	3.1 mi	381	18.1:1	8.9
Louisa Boren STEM K-8	3.2 mi	457	13.8:1	5.0
Rising Star Elementary School	3.6 mi	326	10.2:1	7.2
Fairmount Park Elementary School	3.7 mi	392	17:1	7.4
Wing Luke Elementary School	3.8 mi	315	14.3:1	7.1

Showing 20 of 104 schools. View all schools in Seattle

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What 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.

Classroom Attention

B+ 6.6 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.5:1

Instructional Commitment

C+ 3.7 / 10

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School Day Length 6.7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,118.9

Diversity & Inclusion

B 5.7 / 10

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Diversity Index 40%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.3 / 10

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Enrollment 137

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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)

White 73.7%

Two or More 20.4%

Asian 3.6%

Hispanic 0.7%

Native American 0.7%

Pacific Islander 0.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

11215 15TH AVE SW, Seattle, WA 98146

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Seattle Montessori may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Arbor Heights Elementary School (rated 8.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland Park Elementary School (rated 7.8/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Shorewood Elementary (rated 7.6/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Burien), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Seattle, see our Seattle schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Mount View Elementary Seattle	0.3 mi	423	4.8
Cascade Middle School Seattle	0.4 mi	662	4.5
Evergreen High School Seattle	0.4 mi	1,066	5.3
Highline Open Doors 1418 Burien	0.7 mi	200	3.8
Shorewood Elementary Burien	0.7 mi	413	7.6
ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Burien	1.0 mi	146	6.2
White Center Heights Elementary Seattle	0.9 mi	533	6.7
THE BRIDGE SCHOOL Seattle	0.9 mi	41	5.2
THE COMMUNITY OF WEST SEATTLE Seattle	1.1 mi	1	—
EXPLORER WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Seattle	1.0 mi	100	7.4
Hazel Valley Elementary Burien	1.3 mi	473	4.0
Bridges Transition Seattle	1.3 mi	118	3.4
ONE SCHOOL GLOBAL NORTH AMERICA SEATTLE CAMPUS Seattle	1.5 mi	23	—
Highland Park Elementary School Seattle	1.6 mi	283	7.8
Arbor Heights Elementary School Seattle	1.2 mi	511	8.6
GLENDALE LUTHERAN SCHOOL Burien	1.6 mi	64	6.1
Summit Public School: Atlas Seattle	1.5 mi	545	4.5
Chief Sealth International High School Seattle	2.0 mi	1,201	6.0
David T. Denny International Middle School Seattle	2.0 mi	713	6.4
Seahurst Elementary School Burien	2.1 mi	404	4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 98146 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,460

Median Home Value

$642,300

Median Rent

$1,721/mo

Population

28,182

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

66.7%

Avg Commute

28.5 min

Poverty Rate

11.4%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School	Enrollment	Rating
CHRIST THE KING PARISH SCHOOL Seattle, WA	168	6.2
Lopez Elementary School Lopez Island, WA	102	6.2
Rose Valley Elementary Kelso, WA	167	6.2
ST BERNADETTE SCHOOL Burien, WA	146	6.2
SUNFIELD WALDORF SCHOOL Port Hadlock, WA	136	6.2
THE VALLEY SCHOOL Seattle, WA	96	6.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Seattle Montessori

What grades does West Seattle Montessori serve?

West Seattle Montessori serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend West Seattle Montessori?

West Seattle Montessori has an enrollment of approximately 137 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Seattle Montessori?

The student-teacher ratio at West Seattle Montessori is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does West Seattle Montessori rank in WA?

West Seattle Montessori ranks #213 of 381 private schools in WA.

What is West Seattle Montessori's MySchoolScout rating?

West Seattle Montessori has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is West Seattle Montessori a private school?

Yes, West Seattle Montessori 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 West Seattle Montessori a religious school?

No, West Seattle Montessori is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 59 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score: 47 Some Transit
Bike Score: 52 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment: 137
Gender Split: 54% M / 46% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.5:1
Teachers (FTE): 13
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.7 hours
Days Per Year: 167 days
Setting: Large Suburb
County: King County
Phone: (206) 226-2929

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