Private School Cost in Seattle 2026
Private schools in Seattle average $24,500/year. 98% above national avg. Religious schools run $13,200/year; independent schools average $38,000/year.
City Average
$24,500
per year
Monthly Est.
$2,042
per month
Private Schools
180
in Seattle
vs National
+$12,150
per year
Private School Tuition by Grade in Seattle (2026)
Estimated from city average and national grade-level differentials
Elementary School (K–5)
Religious and parish schools bring the lower end down.
$20,000/yr
~$1,666/mo
Middle School (6–8)
Near the city average — most K–8 schools report blended rates.
$24,500/yr
~$2,041/mo
High School (9–12)
Prep school premium; college counseling and athletics raise the cost.
$30,500/yr
~$2,541/mo
Tuition by School Type in Seattle
Average annual tuition, 2026 data
Religious Schools
Catholic, Christian, Jewish, and other faith-based schools.
$13,200/yr
+65% vs national ($8,000)
Independent Schools
Non-religious private day schools and prep schools.
$38,000/yr
+52% vs national ($25,000)
All Private Schools (Avg)
Blended average across all types.
$24,500/yr
+98% vs national ($12,350)
Tuition Range in Seattle
Starting From
$8,000
Parish and religious schools
City Average
$24,500
Typical school
Top End
$46,000+
Elite prep schools
Most Seattle private schools fall between $8,000 and $46,000/year. Contact each school directly for exact figures — tuition varies by grade and financial aid applied.
Private Schools in Seattle: 2026 Tuition Data
Representative schools — tuition figures from school websites and NCES. Verify with each school before applying.
| School | Annual Tuition |
|---|---|
| University Prep | $42,800 |
| Northwest School | $39,400 |
| Seattle Prep | $21,200 |
| O'Dea High School | $17,800 |
| Holy Names Academy | $19,400 |
| Bush School | $41,600 |
Tuition data sourced from school websites (2025–26 academic year). Financial aid can reduce the net cost substantially — ask each school about aid availability.
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