Outstanding faculty and staff, dedicated students and parents, supportive parish community - all make for a superior school. Holy Rosary is always looking at ways to improve. They do an excellent job updating programs. Their music and art programs continue to grow and expand. I love Holy Rosary and
... Read more recommend it highly. I can't imagine a better school anywhere! Read less
Posted by a other on 10/06/08
Our son recently graduated from Holy Rosary School. The transition to high school has been seamless. He was well-prepared academically, socially, and spiritually. We are so grateful to all of his teachers and the administration for their commitment to students, first and foremost. The curriculum
... Read more is challenging, environment is supportive, and Catholic social teachings are taught by example. Excellent school! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/06/08
This is our child's 5th year in Holy Rosary. We are pleased with the education our child is receiving. We like the emphasis on values, which I think a lot of schools seem to be lacking. The teachers are truly dedicated and do not see their jobs as careers as more of their calling. There is also a good
... Read more sense of community within the school. For a good, affordable Catholic education, this West Seattle institution cannot be beat! Read less
Posted by a parent on 10/03/08
HR is plagued with very large classes. The seats are in rows, facing forward. HR counts on memorized curriculum. There is not enough student discovery. HR is about 15 years behind the curve. I would say it is long on structure, and short on innovation. The school commission and parents club are
... Read more passive and provide little direction. Overall, HR is not keeping pace and I would suggest alternative schools after the third grade. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/14/08
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,
... Read more 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. Read less
Posted by a student on 04/09/08
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
... Read more 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. Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/20/07
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
... Read more 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. Read less
Posted by a parent on 05/09/07
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
... Read more 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. Read less
Posted by a parent on 04/25/07
Class sizes are way too large for learning, some teacher student ratios..30:1 Teacher skills vary from superior to marginal.
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Posted by a parent on 11/21/06
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.
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Seattle schools — Holy Rosary School is located at 4142 42nd Ave Sw, Seattle WA 98116. 4142 42nd Ave Sw is in the Alki neighborhood and 98116 ZIP code in Seattle, WA The school district for Holy Rosary School is the Archdiocese Of Seattle Education Off. Holy Rosary School is a Catholic school that serves grade levels K - 8.
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