Global Idea School in Kirkland, WA, serves 35 students from kindergarten through third grade in a nonsectarian, suburban setting.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 9:1 with 4 teachers on staff, supporting small class sizes.
Founded with an emphasis on diversity, 75% of students at this Kirkland private elementary school represent students of color.
Tuition information is reflective of the Kirkland area, where the average private elementary school tuition is $30,324.
Global Idea School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington state for student diversity.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 35 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Global Idea School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
Student Body
Total Students
35 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
75%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Global Idea School?
The application deadline for Global Idea School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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