Independent school in Redmond serving grades 5-12 with specialized programs for learning differences. Small classes, college prep curriculum
The Overlake School is an independent, nonprofit day school serving 574 students in grades 5–12 in Redmond, WA. The school offers dedicated support for students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD through specialized Learning Difference Programs, making it a resource for families seeking structured academic support alongside a rigorous Liberal Arts curriculum. With an average class size of 14 and 60% of faculty holding advanced degrees, students receive individualized attention in a college-preparatory environment.
Overlake provides comprehensive support systems including peer tutoring, advanced placement courses across multiple disciplines, and a strong college counseling program to help students with learning differences transition successfully to higher education. The school's well-rounded approach combines academics with extensive co-curricular opportunities in athletics, arts, outdoor education, and community service, allowing students to develop confidence and skills beyond the classroom.
Tuition is $48,489 annually, with 9% of students receiving financial aid (average grant $12,169). The school's selective admissions process (23% acceptance rate) prioritizes fit for its student body. Families interested in learning more about the Learning Difference Programs and how they support individual student needs should contact Admissions Director Min Yoo at (425) 868-1000 or visit overlake.org.
At a Glance
Grades5-12
Students574
Class Size14:1 ratio
Tuition$48,489
Fin. Aid9% receive aid
Est.1967
DeadlineJan. 13
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s), National Association of College Admissions Counselors
School Information
| Year Founded | 1967 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $48,489 |
| Total Students | 574 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 75 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 60 |
| Average Class Size | 14 |
| Grades Offered | 5-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Min Yoo |
| Admissions Associate | Colton Umberger |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 13 |
| Acceptance Rate | 23 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 9 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $12,169 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
Art HistoryBiologyCalculus ABCalculus BCChemistryComputer ScienceEnglish LiteratureEnvironmental ScienceFrench LanguageJapaneseLatinPhysics BSpanish LanguageSpanish LiteratureStatistics
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Tennis · Ultimate Frisbee · Volleyball |
| Clubs and Organizations | Alliance Club · Chess Club · Culinary Club · Environmental Club · Film Club · French Literature Magazine · IMPACT · Junior Statesmen of America · Latin Club · Math Team · Overlake Math Olympiad · Peer Tutoring · Philanthropy Club · Student government · The Overlake Independent · Club or Organization: · Robotics Club |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Other school association(s) · National Association of College Admissions Counselors |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.overlake.org/about/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Average SAT Score | 1360 |
| Average ACT Score | 30 |