Private Schools in Bellevue, Washington

The Overlake School is a highly regarded independent college preparatory school serving the Bellevue area from its Redmond campus. Established in 1967, the school offers a rigorous academic program for grades 5-12 with small class sizes and a student-teacher ratio of 9:1. The 75-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities including science labs, performing arts center, and extensive athletic facilities. Overlake emphasizes experiential learning, community engagement, and character development alongside strong academics in humanities, STEM, and arts. The school consistently sends graduates to top-tier universities and is known for its inclusive community and comprehensive extracurricular programs.

Forest Ridge is an independent all-girls Catholic school offering International Baccalaureate programs for grades 5-12. As part of the global Network of Sacred Heart Schools, it provides a challenging academic environment focused on developing confident, compassionate leaders. The school features a beautiful 20-acre campus with modern classrooms, science and innovation labs, and athletic facilities. Forest Ridge emphasizes global citizenship through exchange programs and service learning, while offering robust STEM and arts curricula. The school is particularly noted for its strong college counseling and 100% college acceptance rate to selective institutions.

Eastside Preparatory School serves the Bellevue community from its Kirkland campus, offering innovative education for grades 5-12. Founded in 2002, the school has quickly established itself as a leader in project-based and interdisciplinary learning. The curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, collaboration, and real-world problem solving across STEM, humanities, and arts. The modern campus features flexible learning spaces, technology-rich classrooms, and collaborative work areas. Eastside Prep is known for its strong college placement record and innovative approach to education that prepares students for rapidly changing global environments. The school maintains small class sizes and personalized attention.