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Best 98229 Washington ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s (2026-27)

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 private schools serving 377 students in 98229, WA (there are , serving 1,609 public students). 19% of all K-12 students in 98229, WA are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
The top ranked private school in 98229, WA is Montessori At Samish Woods.
The average acceptance rate is 75%, which is lower than the Washington private school average acceptance rate of 85%.
33% of private schools in 98229, WA are religiously affiliated (most commonly Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)).

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked 98229 Washington ÌÇÐÄÔ­´´s (2026-27)

Map of Montessori At Samish Woods
Gr: PK-6 | 78 students
Avg. class size: 24 students
Montessori School
1027 Samish Way
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 650-9465
Map of Catch The Son Preschool
Gr: NS-PK | 62 students
Avg. class size: 12 students
Daycare / Preschool (Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA))
2600 Lakeway Drive
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 733-1277
Whatcom Hills Waldorf School Photo
Gr: PK-8 | 237 students
Avg. class size: 20 students
Specialized Curriculum
941 Austin St
Bellingham, WA 98229
(360) 733-3164
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private schools in 98229, WA?
The top ranked private schools in 98229, WA is Montessori At Samish Woods.
How many private schools are located in 98229?
3 private schools are located in 98229.
What percentage of students in 98229 go to private school?
19% of all K-12 students in 98229 are educated in private schools (compared to the WA state average of 10%).
What percentage of private schools are religiously affiliated in 98229?
33% of private schools in 98229 are religiously affiliated (most commonly Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (formerly AELC, ALC, or LCA)).

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