The Northwest School

United States, Seattle

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The school at a glance

Instructs in English

Fees Fees not listed

Ages 11 - 18 years

Pupil numbers 453

Type Co-educational, Boarding

Opened 1980

Bus Service No

Availability Not shared by this school

Academic offering

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.

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1415 Summit Avenue, Seattle, Washington 98122, on Capitol Hill.

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The Essentials

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.

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Academics

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

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Admissions

Applications are accepted for day and boarding students.

Scholarships

21% of families receive financial aid.

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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.

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