Private Schools in Carnation, Washington

The Overlake School is a highly-regarded independent day school serving the Greater Eastside area including Carnation. Founded in 1967, it offers a rigorous college preparatory curriculum for grades 5-12 with small class sizes and exceptional faculty. The 75-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities including science labs, performing arts center, and athletic fields. Overlake emphasizes experiential learning, community service, and character development alongside strong academics in humanities, STEM, and arts. The school maintains a 8:1 student-teacher ratio and has an outstanding college placement record.

Bellevue Children's Academy serves gifted and academically advanced students from Carnation and surrounding communities with campuses in Bellevue and Sammamish. The school offers an accelerated curriculum with specialized programs in mathematics, sciences, and humanities. With small class sizes and individualized attention, BCA prepares students for top universities through its rigorous International Baccalaureate program. The school features modern classrooms, science laboratories, and technology integration throughout all grade levels (Preschool-12). Parent satisfaction is high due to the school's focus on nurturing intellectual curiosity and academic excellence.

Eastside Catholic School is a comprehensive coeducational Catholic school serving students from Carnation and across the Eastside region. Serving grades 6-12, the school combines strong Catholic values with exceptional college preparatory academics. The 47-acre campus features modern academic buildings, STEM labs, fine arts facilities, and extensive athletic complexes. Eastside Catholic offers over 20 Advanced Placement courses, robust extracurricular programs, and community service opportunities. The school maintains a diverse student body and emphasizes developing the whole person through academic, spiritual, and social growth.