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St. Philomena School

1815 S 220th St Seattle, WA 98198

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 281 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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About the School

  • The St. Philomena Parish School community, are committed to the ministry of giving our students a firm academic and spiritual foundation rooted in the Catholic faith, traditions, moral, and religious values.
  • In partnership with parents, the primary educators of their children, and in the setting of a faith-filled community, we nurture the growth of the whole child mind, body, and spirit.
  • We celebrate the many gifts and talents of our students, as well as the cultural diversity of our community, church, and world.
  • Professional teachers and staff model life-long learning by providing a challenging and contemporary academic program, infused with the Gospel message of Christ.
  • As facilitators of learning, we encourage all students to explore and take academic risks in their quest to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, and effective communicators.
  • We strive to prepare our students to live their faith daily as reflective, contributing citizens in service to their church and to their global community.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 281 students
  • Average class size: 16 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Rankings

St. Philomena School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

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Attribute
Student Body

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1963
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School Motto
Anchored in a community that promotes Gospel values in all areas of a balanced curriculum.

Student Body

Total Students
281 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
64%
State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
16 students
School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
$7,016 for In-Parish Rate per Student
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What is St. Philomena School's ranking?
St. Philomena School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest percentage of students of color and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for St. Philomena School?
The application deadline for St. Philomena School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Seattle, WA is $22,298 for elementary schools and $24,673 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
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