Dartmoor Schools in Bothell, WA serves 11 students from grades 5 through 12 in a nonsectarian alternative school program.
Founded in 1990, this suburban private school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 2:1 with 5 teachers on staff.
The school's student body includes 31% students of color, reflecting some diversity within its small enrollment.
Dartmoor Schools is part of other school associations and operates in a large suburban community near Bothell.
Compared to nearby Bothell private schools, Dartmoor Schools has a notably smaller enrollment and lower student鈥搕eacher ratio.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: 5-12
- Enrollment: 11 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 5-12
Year Founded
1990
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
11 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
31%
State avg.: 32%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
2:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: To provide an optimal personalized education for each student.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Dartmoor Schools often compared to?
Dartmoor Schools is often viewed alongside schools like The Clearwater School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Dartmoor Schools?
The application deadline for Dartmoor Schools is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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