French American School Of Puget Sound
School Notes Overview:
The mission of the French American School of Puget Sound is to empower our diverse community of children to succeed in both the French and American educational systems and to build the foundation our students will need to fully realize their potential in a multicultural world. The core values that guide our work and reflect what we strive to nurture in our students include integrity, respect, honesty, compassion, cultural diversity, excellence and community. ...
School Overview:
French American School Of Puget Sound |
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| School Type | Elem. Or Sec. with a Special Program Emphasis | |
| School Membership(s) | National Association of Independent Schools | |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 6 | |
| County | King County, WA | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 302 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
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| % Students of Color | n/a | 21% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 5 - 4 students | ||
| Unspecified Grade Placement - 298 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 31 teachers | |
| % Faculty with Advance Degree | 100% | |
| Average Class Size | 16 | |
| Classroom dress code | Casual | |
This School |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | n/a | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 173 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 12 | |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $13,200 | |
| Tuition Notes | Financial Aid available. Please contact the Admissions Office for more information | |
| % on Financial Aid | 18% | |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $4,200 | |
| Head of School | Andree McGiffin | |
| Admissions Director | Patricia Blaise Caves | |
School Notes:
- The mission of the French American School of Puget Sound is to empower our diverse community of children to succeed in both the French and American educational systems and to build the foundation our students will need to fully realize their potential in a multicultural world. The core values that guide our work and reflect what we strive to nurture in our students include integrity, respect, honesty, compassion, cultural diversity, excellence and community.
- Profile last updated: 01/15/2009
In the News:
- School briefs (Mercer Island Reporter)
posted on October 6, 2009 at 07:01:20 pm
Jonah Kohen, of Mercer Island, was named a National Merit Scholar semifinalist in September. Kohen is currently a student at Northwest Yeshiva High School. - 47 Girl Scouts troops gather to celebrate year (Mercer Island Reporter)
posted on June 23, 2009 at 06:28:27 pm
Hundreds of parents and children gathered at the Lid Park on June 14 for their annual Girl Scouts of America picnic and year-end “Court of Awards” recognition ceremony. - French Ambassador visits Mercer Island school (Mercer Island Reporter)
posted on May 28, 2009 at 02:40:20 am
The visit of an important dignitary at the French American School of Puget Sound (FASPS) May 27 seemed to give Mercer Island's francophone bastion of learning a bit more of an accent as teachers and schoolchildren entertained their esteemed guest. - French Ambassador to visit Mercer Island (Mercer Island Reporter)
posted on May 26, 2009 at 10:10:40 pm
The French Ambassador to the United States will be visiting the French American School of Puget Sound, tomorrow at 1 p.m. Ambassador Pierre Vimont will appear at the private school as part of his two-day visit to Seattle.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (98040) | School Zip (98040) |
(WA) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 22,036 people | 5,855,424 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 73% | 29% |
| Population Average Age | 44 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.6 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $91,904 | $49,081 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 7.5 rooms | 5.4 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 43 years old | 38 years old |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 80% / 20% | 62% / 38% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- St. Monica School - 238 students - 0.9 mi. away - view location
- Newport Children's School - 239 students - 1.9 mi. away - view location
- St Madeleine Sophie Catholic School - 41 students - 2.0 mi. away - view location
- Bright Horizons - 19 students - 2.7 mi. away - view location
- Open Window School/Vista Academy - 307 students - 2.9 mi. away - view location
View all schools in: Mercer Island, King County, Zip 98040
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