Excellent
#16 of 381 private schools in WA
Top 4% of private schools
Yellow Wood Academy
School
9655 SE 36TH ST STE 101, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
2.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
115
Student-Teacher
2.2:1
Score
8.2
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Washington private schools
#16 of 381
In Mercer Island
#1 of 4
public schools
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About Yellow Wood Academy
Yellow Wood Academy is a private school in Mercer Island, WA. Yellow Wood Academy serves approximately 115 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 2.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Yellow Wood Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #16 of 381 private schools in WA.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- WA avg 6.4
What Parents Should Know
At 115 students, Yellow Wood Academy 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 2.2:1 students to teachers, Yellow Wood Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Yellow Wood Academy 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 Yellow Wood Academy compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Mercer Island, WA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Yellow Wood Academy (this school) | 8.2 |
| Mercer Island High School | 8.8 |
| Northwood Elementary School | 9.2 |
| West Mercer Elementary | 9.0 |
| Island Park Elementary | 9.7 |
| Islander Middle School | 8.2 |
| Lakeridge Elementary School | 9.3 |
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
9655 SE 36TH ST STE 101, Mercer Island, WA 98040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yellow Wood Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Island Park Elementary (rated 9.7/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Northwood Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, West Mercer Elementary (rated 9.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mercer Island, see our Mercer Island schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FRENCH AMERICAN SCHOOL OF PUGET SOUND Mercer Island | 0.1 mi | 7.8 |
| PRIVETT ACADEMY Mercer Island | 0.2 mi | — |
| Mercer Island High School Mercer Island | 0.6 mi | 8.8 |
| Northwood Elementary School Mercer Island | 0.7 mi | 9.2 |
| ST MONICA SCHOOL Mercer Island | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| Enatai Elementary School Bellevue | 1.0 mi | 7.3 |
| NORTHWEST YESHIVA HIGH SCHOOL Mercer Island | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| West Mercer Elementary Mercer Island | 1.1 mi | 9.0 |
| CREATIVE LEARNING CENTER LLC Mercer Island | 1.3 mi | — |
| EARLY WORLD MONTESSORI Mercer Island | 1.1 mi | — |
| Island Park Elementary Mercer Island | 1.7 mi | 9.7 |
| Bellevue High School Bellevue | 1.9 mi | 8.4 |
| Newport Heights Elementary Bellevue | 2.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Newport Senior High School Bellevue | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Woodridge Elementary Bellevue | 2.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Vera Risdon Middle School Newcastle | 2.7 mi | 6.5 |
| NEWPORT CHILDREN'S SCHOOL, INC. Bellevue | 2.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Islander Middle School Mercer Island | 2.9 mi | 8.2 |
| ST MADELEINE SOPHIE CATHOLIC SCHOOL Bellevue | 2.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Bellevue Digital Discovery Bellevue | 2.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 98040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$202,359
Median Home Value
$1,884,200
Median Rent
$2,464/mo
Population
25,282
College Educated
78.8%
Homeownership
66%
Avg Commute
24.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.6%
Median Age
45.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bickleton Elementary & High Schl Bickleton, WA | 7.9 |
| Mansfield Elem and High School Mansfield, WA | 7.9 |
| WEST CHESTNUT ACADEMY Yakima, WA | 8.5 |
| KINGSPOINT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pasco, WA | 7.8 |
| RIVERVIEW BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Pasco, WA | 7.8 |
| Olympic Peninsula Academy Sequim, WA | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yellow Wood Academy
What grades does Yellow Wood Academy serve?
Yellow Wood Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Yellow Wood Academy?
Yellow Wood Academy has an enrollment of approximately 115 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yellow Wood Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Yellow Wood Academy is 2.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Yellow Wood Academy rank in WA?
Yellow Wood Academy ranks #16 of 381 private schools in WA.
What is Yellow Wood Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Yellow Wood Academy 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 Yellow Wood Academy a private school?
Yes, Yellow Wood Academy 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 Yellow Wood Academy a religious school?
No, Yellow Wood Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 115
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 53
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 174 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- King County
- Phone
- (206) 236-1095
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