How much does private school cost in Bellevue?

Private school in Bellevue averages $18,600/year in 2026 — 51% above the national average of $12,350/year. Religious schools average $12,700/year; independent and prep schools average $39,700/year. Bellevue has approximately 145 private schools. Source: NCES 2023–24 + local school data.

What is private school tuition in Bellevue for 2026?

Bellevue private school tuition ranges from $10,800 to $30,600/year. The city average is $18,600/year ($1,550/month). Religious schools run lower at $12,700/year; top independent day schools can reach $30,600+.

How does Bellevue private school cost compare to the national average?

Bellevue private school tuition averages $18,600/year, which is 51% above the national average ($12,350/year). Bellevue is one of the most expensive cities for private school in the US, driven by high concentrations of elite independent and boarding-affiliated day schools.

What are the most affordable private schools in Bellevue?

The most affordable private schools in Bellevue are typically Catholic and religious schools, which average $12,700/year. Parish-subsidized Catholic schools often run $6,000–$12,000/year — the lowest-cost private option in most metro areas. Families with financial need can apply for aid; about 27% of private school students nationally receive need-based grants averaging 48% of tuition.

Private School Cost in Bellevue 2026

Q: Can I afford private school in Bellevue?

A common rule is to keep tuition under 10–15% of gross household income. At Bellevue's average of $18,600/year, a household income of $155,000+ is generally needed without financial strain. Need-based aid and merit scholarships are available at most schools — always ask the admissions office.

Private schools in Bellevue average $18,600/year. 51% above national avg. Religious schools run $12,700/year; independent schools average $39,700/year.

City Average

$18,600

per year

Monthly Est.

$1,550

per month

Private Schools

145

in Bellevue

vs National

+$6,250

per year

Private School Tuition by Grade in Bellevue (2026)

Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials

Elementary School (K–5)

Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.

$15,800/yr

~$1,316/mo

Middle School (6–8)

Near the city average — most K–8 schools report blended rates.

$18,600/yr

~$1,550/mo

High School (9–12)

Prep school premium; college counseling and athletics raise the cost.

$22,300/yr

~$1,858/mo

Tuition by School Type in Bellevue

Average annual tuition, 2026 data

Religious Schools

Catholic, Christian, Jewish, and other faith-based schools.

$12,700/yr

+59% vs national ($8,000)

Independent Schools

Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.

$39,700/yr

+59% vs national ($25,000)

All Private Schools (Avg)

Blended average across all types.

$18,600/yr

+51% vs national ($12,350)

Tuition Range in Bellevue

Starting From

$10,800

Parish and religious schools

City Average

$18,600

Typical school

Top End

$30,600+

Elite prep schools

Most Bellevue private schools fall between $10,800 and $30,600/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.

Private Schools in Bellevue: 2026 Tuition Data

Representative schools — tuition figures from school websites and NCES. Verify with each school before applying.

School	Annual Tuition	Type	Grades
The Overlake School	$37,800	Independent	5–12
Bellevue Christian School	$14,200	Christian	PK–12
Bellarmine Preparatory School (Tacoma)	$18,400	Catholic	9–12

Tuition data sourced from school websites (2025–26 academic year). Financial aid can reduce the net cost substantially — ask each school about aid availability.