Serving 170 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Private School Services ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Washington for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤20% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is lower than the Washington state average of 53%).
Minority enrollment is 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Washington state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Special education school
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 170 students
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: <50% (Btm 50% in WA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
School Overview
Private School Services's student population of 170 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
170 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
n/a
School Rankings
Private School Services ranks within the bottom 50% of all 2,113 schools in Washington (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Private School Services is 0.67, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.69. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1572 out of 2113 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
53%
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
16:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
9%
Hispanic
17%
26%
Black
8%
5%
White
53%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
2%
Two or more races
10%
9%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
<50%
84%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
49%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
8%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), WA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Private School Services's ranking?
Private School Services is ranked #1572 out of 2,113 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Washington.
What schools are Private School Services often compared to?
Private School Servicesis often viewed alongside schools like Birth To Three Development Center, Yelm Prairie Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% WA state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 53% WA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Private School Services?
The graduation rate of Private School Services is 50%, which is lower than the Washington state average of 84%.
How many students attend Private School Services?
170 students attend Private School Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Private School Services students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 8% of students are Black.
What grades does Private School Services offer ?
Private School Services offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Private School Services part of?
Private School Services is part of Seattle School District No. 1.
In what neighborhood is Private School Services located?
Private School Services is located in the Downtown Seattle neighborhood of Seattle, WA. There are 1 other public schools located in Downtown Seattle.
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