Middle School Placement
Valley graduates are well-equipped to thrive in a variety of middle school settings. Following 5th grade, our graduates enroll at independent, parochial, and public schools, where they draw on the academic, problem-solving, and social emotional skills they developed at Valley.
What to expect year-by-year
Where do Valley Graduates attend Middle School?
Our careful outplacement process and depth of knowledge about each student and family helps families find the right fit for middle school.
Independent 5-12 and 6-12 Schools
- The Bush School
- Eastside Prep
- Lakeside School
- The Northwest School
- Seattle Academy of Arts and Sciences
- University Prep
Independent Middle Schools
- Billings Middle School
- Explorer West Middle School
- Lake Washington Girls Middle School
- Seattle Country Day School
- Seattle Girls School
Parochial Schools
- Forest Ridge School
- St. Joseph School
- Villa Academy
District Schools
- Middle schools in Seattle and neighboring districts
The Valley School has been such a positive part of our children’s educational journey, providing a warm, supportive community where they were truly known. All of the teachers helped them develop confidence, independence, and a strong academic foundation while preparing them for the transition to middle school. In addition, Valley’s thoughtful guidance and support throughout the middle school placement process made the transition feel manageable. We are incredibly grateful for the strong foundation Valley gave both of our boys for middle school and beyond!
Susan M.
Parent, Classes of 2022, 2025 & 2030
