Annie Wright Schools
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(253)272-2216
- 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 (2019-20)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
- Students: 606 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Dec. 10 / Feb. 3 / rolling
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Annie Wright Schools places among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
- Category Attribute
- Advanced Degrees Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees
- Student Body Largest student body
- Sports offered Most sports offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Coalition of Girls National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) International Baccalaureate (IB) World School Educational Records Bureau International Boys' Schools Coalition NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools |
Religious Affiliation | Episcopal |
Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-12 |
Year Founded | 1884 |
Summer School Offered | Yes |
Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
Total Students | 606 students |
Student Body Type | Co-ed |
% Students of Color | 100% State avg.: 23% |
Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers | 116 teachers |
Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 99% |
Average Class Size | 12 students |
Average SAT score | 1278 |
Average ACT score | 27 |
Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Uniform) |
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline | Dec. 10 / Feb. 3 / rolling |
Tuition Notes | Please visit our website for tuition information: https://www.aw.org/admissions/tuition--financial-aid |
Admissions Director | Jennifer Haley |
Admissions Associate | Joy Phelps |
Sports
Total Sports Offered | 14 sports |
Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Cycling, Fencing, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, VolleyballBasketball, Cross Country, Cycling, Fencing, Flag Football, Golf, Lacrosse, Sailing, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, |
School Notes
- 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.
- 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.
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