Excellent
#13 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 3% of private schools
Willows Preparatory School
Elementary School
12280 WOODINVILLE REDMOND RD NE, Redmond, WA 98052
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
5th – 11th
Enrollment
194
Student-Teacher
5.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
5th – 11th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#13 of 381
In Redmond
#1 of 7
public schools
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Willows Preparatory School
Elementary School in Redmond · grades 5th – 11th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Willows Preparatory School
Willows Preparatory School is a private elementary school in Redmond, WA. Willows Preparatory School serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades 5th-11th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Willows Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #13 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.8
What Parents Should Know
At 194 students, Willows Preparatory 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Willows Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Willows Preparatory 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 Willows Preparatory School compares to 22 public schools serving similar grades in Redmond, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Willows Preparatory School (this school) | 8.2 |
| Norman Rockwell Elementary | 8.4 |
| Clara Barton Elementary School | 9.1 |
| Redmond Middle School | 8.0 |
| Horace Mann Elementary | 9.3 |
| Redmond High School | 8.0 |
| Albert Einstein Elementary | 9.5 |
| Sunrise Elementary | 9.5 |
| Washington Network for Innovative Careers Skill Center | — |
| Redmond Elementary | 9.1 |
| Contractual Schools | — |
| Rose Hill Middle School | 8.1 |
| Stella Schola | 7.8 |
| Benjamin Rush Elementary | 9.0 |
| Emily Dickinson Elementary | 8.8 |
| Explorer Community School | 8.1 |
| Evergreen Middle School | 8.7 |
| Rosa Parks Elementary | 8.8 |
| Timberline Middle School | 7.9 |
| John J. Audubon Elementary | 8.8 |
| Ella Baker Elementary School | 7.3 |
Showing 20 of 22 schools. View all schools in Redmond
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
12280 WOODINVILLE REDMOND RD NE, Redmond, WA 98052
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Willows Preparatory School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Sunrise Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Albert Einstein Elementary (rated 9.5/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Horace Mann Elementary (rated 9.3/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Redmond, see our Redmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Norman Rockwell Elementary Redmond | 0.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Clara Barton Elementary School Redmond | 0.8 mi | 9.1 |
| Redmond Middle School Redmond | 1.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Horace Mann Elementary Redmond | 1.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Redmond High School Redmond | 1.5 mi | 8.0 |
| Sunrise Elementary Redmond | 1.6 mi | 9.5 |
| NORTHERN LIGHTS MONTESSORI - WILLOWS CAMPUS Redmond | 2.0 mi | 7.4 |
| NORTHERN LIGHTS MONTESSORI Redmond | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Albert Einstein Elementary Redmond | 1.6 mi | 9.5 |
| Old Redmond Schoolhouse Redmond | 2.4 mi | 6.2 |
| John Muir Elementary Kirkland | 1.9 mi | 9.0 |
| Redmond Elementary Redmond | 2.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Lake Washington Technical Academy Kirkland | 1.7 mi | — |
| Open Doors at LWIT Kirkland | 1.7 mi | — |
| Washington Network for Innovative Careers Skill Center Redmond | 1.7 mi | — |
| NORTHLAKE ACADEMY Kirkland | 1.8 mi | 9.2 |
| LES LILAS FRENCH BILINGUAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Kirkland | 2.0 mi | — |
| Contractual Schools Redmond | 2.7 mi | — |
| Kamiakin Middle School Kirkland | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| BRIGHTMONT ACADEMY - REDMOND CAMPUS Redmond | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98052 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$164,848
Median Home Value
$1,107,900
Median Rent
$2,339/mo
Population
79,074
College Educated
74.8%
Homeownership
46.8%
Avg Commute
23.3 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
35.3
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|---|---|
| Alpine Lakes Elementary Leavenworth, WA | 8.2 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Lacey, WA | 8.2 |
| Prescott Elementary School Prescott, WA | 8.2 |
| Selkirk Elementary School Metaline Falls, WA | 8.2 |
| UNIVERSITY CHILD DEVELOPMENT SCHOOL Seattle, WA | 8.2 |
| BRIGHTON SCHOOL Mountlake Terrace, WA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Willows Preparatory School
What grades does Willows Preparatory School serve?
Willows Preparatory School serves students in grades 5th through 11th.
How many students attend Willows Preparatory School?
Willows Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Willows Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Willows Preparatory School is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Willows Preparatory School rank in WA?
Willows Preparatory School ranks #13 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Willows Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Willows Preparatory 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 Willows Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Willows Preparatory 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 Willows Preparatory School a religious school?
No, Willows Preparatory School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 11th
- Enrollment
- 194
- Gender Split
- 52% M / 48% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 193 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (425) 532-2639
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