Research Holy Rosary Elementary School private Schools in Seattle, Washington

“I'm a former student of Holy Rosary West Seattle. I'm now in my 3rd year at the University of Washington. I suggest Holy Rosary to parents that are interested in their children developing strong morals. These morals are born at Holy Rosary with confidence because the school creates, and functions, much like its own small community. When I attended public High School after graduating from HRS I was shocked at the disrespect students had towards teachers and the lack of importance they placed on finishing homework. Holy Rosary taught me good life-long habits in thinking politely about others and gave me a work ethic I can always turn to. I highly suggest Holy Rosary as a beginning place for your child's education.”

“Academics are 'fair'. Curriculum is tepid. Not enough math and science teachers certified to teach the subject. No labs, no hands on experiences. CYO sports are very well attended. The music program is below acceptable standards. Very unimaginative curriculum and student complaints largely go ignored by the administration. Art is also a long suffering program. THe teacher can't relate to young, vibrant students. HR derives its success from the upper middle class values of the parents. HR starts with good students and does no great damage to them until they can transition to HS. Classes are too big and individual student attention is hard to come by. Overall, underresourced, crowded, safe, and unimaginative curriculum. I lean neutral to a low good.”

“This is our first year at Holy Rosary and I can't say enough good things about the school. The principal is outstanding, and the sense of community that the school enjoys is wonderful. I'm not Catholic - but absolutely love the education my kids are receiving. We do not use the after school program, but our friends rate it highly. If you live in West Seattle (or even near West Seattle) this school should be on your list to visit.”

“This is our second year at Holy Rosary after transfering from another Private School. We are very happy with the school, teachers and programs. Holy Rosary is more than just a school it is a community that teaches its students about being confident, compassionate members of society. There are many activities afterschool for the students to participate in. The class size is larger than other schools but that is the norm with Catholic education. The faculty at the school is fantastic and always approachable.”

“Class sizes are way too large for learning, some teacher student ratios..30:1 Teacher skills vary from superior to marginal.”

“Our child has been attending this school for 4 years now. He loves it there. Everything has been very positive. We are hoping to send our second child to there this fall.”

“I am an 8th grade student at holy rosary currently. The academic program at holy rosary is great, especially in junior high. Art and music and drama are not noted very much, we dont have a drama program and music is a required class and optional band. the teachers are great and the parents are always involved in everything. my overall experience was only ok because its sometimes hard to have fun because they push academics so much harder then art, Also there are quite a few rules that have that really arent necessary, considering they cause more conflict then we had before they made them. Also very few field trips. very little hands on activities i think.”