O'Dea High School

O'Dea High School

Private High School | Grade 9-12
802 Terry Ave,  Seattle, WA
First Hill Neighborhood
4.1
3.3
490 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr. Jim Walker
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1220
Average ACT Score
24
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$20,500
Religious Affiliation
Catholic

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
B-
Teachers
A
College Prep
B
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
35
Full Time Teachers
33
Part Time Teachers
2
College Prep
Average SAT
1220
Math
610
Verbal
610
Average ACT
24
Math
24
English
25
Reading
24
Science
24
Number of AP Courses
10
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
83%
Clubs and Activities
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

White
54.1%
Two or more races
19.4%
Black
10.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
8.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
3.9%
Hispanic
1.8%
Native American
1.6%

School Rankings

#3 Best HS For Athletes in Washington
#12 Best Catholic Schools in Washington
#146 Best All Boys Schools in US
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Washington 119 Students
Washington State University 63 Students
Gonzaga University 60 Students
Seattle University 57 Students
University of Oregon 37 Students
Arizona State University 34 Students
University of Southern California 30 Students
University of Portland 30 Students
University of San Diego 29 Students
Santa Clara University 29 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 105 Students
Computer Science 30 Students
Economics 25 Students
Finance 24 Students
Biology 22 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 16 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 15 Students
Marketing 15 Students
Engineering 15 Students
Kinesiology and Exercise Science 15 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.1 88 Reviews
5.0 Senior
5/5/2025
Amazing place for young boys to turn into real gentlemen. 100% would recommend for any parent. Culture is good and is a supportive and friendly place for this melting pot of a school.
4.0 Alum
10/28/2022
Overall, it was great place, however like any school it has issues. On the Positive side I believe it made me the person I am, it really did bring a feel of Brotherhood. On the Downside it has a hard time balancing punishment with control and treating the students great
4.0 Alum
9/10/2022
Baptism by fire most days - students are supportive of each other because the teachers are more like babysitters
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3.3 7 Reviews
1.0 parent
1/15/2024
Our experience with O’Dea was less than desirable. Only send your son to O’Dea if he is an excelling athlete otherwise it’s not worth it! O’Dea is led by the athletic director not the principal and he’s not a very kind man. Because of him they literally cancel full and half days of classes for sport...
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1.0 other
12/2/2022
very unsafe and heard my son teachers are using bad language Hes getting touch by another student inappropriate
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5.0 parent
1/13/2012
We are so impressed with O'Dea High School! They really walk the talk! Our son is very happy even though the academics are challenging. The commitment of parent volunteering is also impressive. Parents want to give back. Respect for self, teachers, other students and for what the school stands for i...
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5.0 parent
11/21/2008
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O'Dea High School

O'Dea High School is a private Catholic school for students in grades 9-12 located at 802 Terry Ave in Seattle, WA. Annual tuition is $20,500. The school has a total enrollment of 490 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. O'Dea High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1220 and an ACT score of 24. The average home value in this area is $506,195. Discover additional schools in the area, like The Northwest School, Seattle Academy, Puget Sound Community School, and more. Learn more about what Seattle has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near O'Dea High School.

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