The Bush School

The Bush School

Private Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade K-12
3400 E Harrison St,  Seattle, WA
Denny Blaine Neighborhood
3.9
4.4
629 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1390
Average ACT Score
31
Average GPA
3.71
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$45,580

Niche Grade

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

Niche grades and rankings are calculated using dozens of public data sets and millions of reviews. Niche data scientists and user researchers rigorously analyze data and user opinions to assess the key aspects of K-12 Schools, Colleges, and Places to Live. Every month, millions of students and families use the Niche grades and report cards to find the right school or neighborhood.

Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.71
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
94
Full Time Teachers
72
Part Time Teachers
22
College Prep
Average SAT
1390
Math
700
Verbal
690
Average ACT
31
Math
28
English
32
Reading
33
Science
30
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Female
55.9%
Male
44.1%
White
58.2%
Two or more races
20.6%
Asian
11.5%
Black
7%
Hispanic
2.7%

School Rankings

#2 Best Private K12 Schools in Washington
#5 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Washington
#6 Best Private HS in Washington
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 45 Students
New York University 32 Students
Stanford University 27 Students
Pomona College 26 Students
University of Southern California 25 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 23 Students
Yale University 22 Students
Tufts University 19 Students
Scripps College 19 Students
Brown University 18 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 30 Students
Psychology 25 Students
Business 24 Students
Political Science and Government 22 Students
English 14 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 11 Students
History 11 Students
Engineering 10 Students
Chemistry 10 Students
Economics 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 85 Reviews
5.0 Parent
5/26/2025
Both of my kids have greatly benefited from the outside-the-classroom experiences throughout middle school and high school. They've been encouraged and supported to try new things, take chances, fail happily, and succeed fully. We've been super appreciative of their experiences overall, and have felt lucky they've had amazing teachers and mentors in their lives.
5.0 Parent
5/21/2025
As parents who have experienced The Bush School from lower school through high school, we can confidently say it has exceeded our every expectation. Our children have not only grown personally but have truly thrived academically, a direct result of the school's unique commitment to experiential and hands-on learning. In today's complex and ever-changing world, Bush consistently focuses on cultivating critical thinkers well-equipped to tackle tomorrow's challenges...
4.0 Parent
5/4/2025
This is our first year at bush and we are still learning how to navigate . We would like more frequent emails from teachers if he is not keeping up so that we can help at home.
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4.4 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
4/23/2024
best private school in seattle so glad our daughter attends this school
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5.0 student
3/8/2018
Bush has been a defining experience for me. While I struggle with stress sometimes, it's within the normal limit of high school and for someone taking one of the hardest possible class loads. The teachers are outstanding, the classes are interesting and varied, the art program is a standout, and ath...
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2.0 student
2/15/2018
Your mental health WILL deteriorate. No one goes in and comes out the same, everyone is constantly in a state of EXTREME stress. You might feel challenged but it comes at the expense of your mental well being.
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5.0 other
9/25/2013
I am student at the Bush School, and it is an amazing school. The education is rewarding, and pushes you to think outside the box. The teachers and students truly make you feel at home and excepted. The teachers are also so engaged with their students, and they want their students to succeed more th...
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The Bush School

The Bush School is a private school for students in grades K-12 located at 3400 E Harrison St in Seattle, WA. Annual tuition is $45,580. The school has a total enrollment of 629 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. The Bush School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.71, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1390 and an ACT score of 31. The average home value in this area is $2,895,021. Discover additional schools in the area, like Seattle Amistad School, Seattle School for Boys, and more. Learn more about what Seattle has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near The Bush School.

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