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Curriculum American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum
Typical class size 16
Strengths #1 Arts school in WA, 50+ arts courses, Day and boarding, 7:1 ratio, 44% Students of Color
Clubs Arts, Athletics, Clubs
Stages Middle School, High School
Introduction
The Northwest School is an independent day and boarding school in Seattle, Washington, serving grades 6-12 with 419 students including 43 boarders from international backgrounds. Ranked #1 in Best High Schools for the Arts in Washington, the school offers 50+ arts courses with a 7:1 student-teacher ratio and 82% of faculty holding advanced degrees.
1415 Summit Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98122, on Capitol Hill.
The Essentials
The Northwest School has 453 pupils, typical class sizes of 16, instruction in English.
Location
The Northwest School is at 1415 Summit Avenue on Capitol Hill in Seattle, WA 98122.
Stages
The school serves grades 6-12 with middle and upper school programmes.
Type
The Northwest School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school.
Pupil Nationality Mix
44 international students hold F-1 visas. 44% of students are Students of Color.
Additional learning support
Student support services are available.
Academics
The Northwest School teaches American Curriculum, Bespoke Curriculum for students aged 11 to 18.
Curriculum
The school offers an interdisciplinary, problem-solving approach with over 50 arts courses. Academic pathways and college counselling are available. 82% of faculty hold advanced degrees.
Student Teacher Ratio
7:1
Wellbeing
Special Educational Needs (SEN)
Student support services are available.
Admissions
Admissions
Applications are accepted for day and boarding students.
Scholarships
21% of families receive financial aid.
FAQs
What grades does The Northwest School serve?
The school serves grades 6-12 with both day and boarding options.
Does the school offer boarding?
Yes, 43 boarding students currently live on campus alongside the day student community.
How strong are the arts programmes?
The school offers over 50 arts courses and is ranked #1 in Best High Schools for the Arts in Washington by Niche (2026).
What is the student-teacher ratio?
The student-teacher ratio is 7:1, with 82% of faculty holding advanced degrees.
How diverse is the student body?
44% of students are Students of Color, and 44 international students hold F-1 visas.
Is financial aid available?
Yes, 21% of families receive financial aid.
How many students attend?
The school enrolls 419 students across grades 6-12.
When was the school founded?
The Northwest School was founded in 1980.
Is the school accredited?
Yes, the school holds NWAIS accreditation.
What makes the school distinctive?
The school emphasises interdisciplinary learning, environmental sustainability, and global/social justice communities, with over 50 arts courses.
