Annie Wright Schools serve students from age three through high school.
Annie Wright Lower and Middle Schools offer co-ed programs in Preschool through Grade 8, while separate Upper Schools for boys and girls offer day and boarding options in Grades 9 through 12.
Annie Wright is proud to be an International Baccalaureate World School, delivering IB programs in every division.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Enrollment: 838 students
- Yearly Tuition: $36,250
- Average class size: 17 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 24 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Annie Wright Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School History
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1884
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Campus Size
10
Student Body
Total Students
838 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
41%
Average Class Size
17 students
Number of AP Courses
20 courses
Advanced Courses
IB 20th Century History SL & HL, IB Art SL & HL, IB Biology 1, IB Biology 2, IB Business, IB Computer Science, IB Economics, IB English IV: Language & Literature 1, IB English IV: Language & Literature 2, IB Environmental Science and Systems, IB Global Politics 1 & 2, IB Mandarin AB Initio SL, IB Math Analysis and Approaches SL & HL, IB Math Applications and Interpretations, IB Music SL or HL, IB Physics, IB Spanish AB initio SL, IB Spanish SL 1 & 2
Average SAT score
1447
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
36
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Uniform
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 24 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$36,250
Tuition Notes
Listed tuition is day students in grades 9-12. Please visit our website for tuition information: www.aw.org
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$14,580
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Cassandra Kopriva
Admissions Associate
Abby Drivdahl
Application URL
Endowment Size
$32.5 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
9 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
27 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Affinity clubs (including Latinx/Hispanic, Chinese, Japanese, & Vietnamese), Automotive Arts, Black Student Union, Business, Coding, Community, Creative Writing, Crochet, Dance Team, Debate, Dungeons & Dragons, Gender & Sexuality, Inkwell, Knitting, Mock Trial, Model UN, Nature, Philosophy, Physics, Sports Medicine, Stage Fashion, Student Government, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Orchestra, Theatre, Visual Arts, Visual Arts Studio
Affinity clubs (including Latinx/Hispanic, Chinese, Japanese, & Vietnamese), Automotive Arts, Black Student Union, Business, Coding, Community, Creative Writing, Crochet, Dance Team, Debate, Dungeons & Dragons, Gender & Sexuality, Inkwell, Knitting, Mock Trial, Model UN, Nature, Philosophy, Physics, Sports Medicine, Stage Fashion, Student Government, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Orchestra, Theatre, Visual Arts, Visual Arts Studio
School Notes
- School Motto: From Strength to Strength
- School Mascot: Gators
- Annie Wright Schools serve students from age three through high school. Annie WrightLowerandMiddleSchools offer co-ed programs in Preschool through Grade 8, while separate Upper Schools forboysandgirlsoffer day and boarding options in Grades 9 through 12. Annie Wright is proud to be anInternational BaccalaureateWorld School, delivering IB programs in every division.
- Founded in 1884, Annie Wright Schools are nestled in the beautiful North End neighborhood of Tacoma, Washington.
- We offer rich, thoughtful and internationally-recognized programs that welcome students from around the world. While our web site offers a glimpse into what life and learning at Annie Wright are really like, we encourage you to visit our campus, which will give you a stronger sense of our vibrant community.
- Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sally (Peterson) Atherton, '66 - ED, Assoc for Research in Vision & Ophthalmology
- Diane (Dapper) Freeman, '59 - NASA aerospace ops dev, integration & support
- Betty Garrett-Parks, '36 - Actress, comedian, singer & dancer
- Damani Leech, '90 (Middle School) - President, Denver Broncos
- Amy Paulose, '95 - President, AMES International, Inc
- Merrill (Wagner) Ryman, '97 - World-renowned artist
- Lee Skinner, '86 - Dean, Newcomb-Tulane College; Latin Am lit scholar
- Erin (Fletcher) Slayton, 97 - Vice President, HDR
- Pamela Hyde Smith, '63 - United States Ambassador
- Mary (McCarthy) West, '29 - American novelist, critic and political activist
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Annie Wright Schools cost?
Annie Wright Schools's tuition is approximately $36,250 for private students.
Who are famous alumni from Annie Wright Schools?
Annie Wright Schools famous alumni include: Sally (Peterson) Atherton, '66, Diane (Dapper) Freeman, '59, Betty Garrett-Parks, '36, Damani Leech, '90 (Middle School), Amy Paulose, '95, Merrill (Wagner) Ryman, '97, Lee Skinner, '86, Erin (Fletcher) Slayton, 97, Pamela Hyde Smith, '63 and Mary (McCarthy) West, '29.
What sports does Annie Wright Schools offer?
Annie Wright Schools offers 9 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Dance, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Annie Wright Schools is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Washington for most sports offered.
What is Annie Wright Schools's ranking?
Annie Wright Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Annie Wright Schools?
The application deadline for Annie Wright Schools is Jan. 24 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 24 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Annie Wright Schools located?
Annie Wright Schools is located in the North End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 1 other private schools located in North End.
School Calendar
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School Reviews
5 4/23/2021
We love it here! The Annie Wright community rocks: the teachers are absolutely amazing and sometimes it feels as if they know my boys better than I. While the historic building and uniforms seem formal, there is a relaxed and informal environment - totally focused on helping kids learn and achieve success by exploring whatever makes them tick. We love the IB program, the fact that sports are all offered right on campus (including swim as part of PE in the lower grades), and there are overnight trips starting in 4th grade. It's amazing and seems to get better every day. Love this school!
5 3/20/2021
My niece attended AW several years ago, as a boarding student. She has since graduated from college and has started a company that sells up-cycled clothing, and styles her clients as well. I have also known friends and patients that have attended there, and rave about the school. I am a healthcare provider, working in mental health, and specialize in the treatment of adolescents. My impression has been that this is a school who fosters success for each individual.
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