Assumption Catholic School
Tel:
(360)733-6133
- Assumption Catholic School is a ministry of the Church of the Assumption in Bellingham, Washington and serves Preschool through 8th grade students from all of Whatcom County.
- With an integrated teaching of the Catholic faith, teachers prepare students for the academic rigor of high school through a variety of programs including an all-school Spanish curricula, orchestra and choir, as well as participation in the Math Olympiad and Missoula Children's Theater.
- Assumption has a long history of serving Whatcom County beginning in 1913.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Students: 215 students
- Yearly Tuition: $7,600
- Acceptance rate: 100%
- Average class size: 20 students
- Application Deadline: Mar. 15 / May. 1 / rolling
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Assumption Catholic School places among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
- Category Attribute
- Diversity Highest percentage of students of color
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | Mild Learning Differences |
| Year Founded | 1913 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 215 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 46% State avg.: 23% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 17 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 13:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 30% |
| Average Class Size | 20 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (School Uniform- Plaid, khakis, white and red shirts) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Mar. 15 / May. 1 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $7,600 |
| Tuition Notes | Active parish families are eligible for a subsidized tution rate of $5,700 |
| % on Financial Aid | 25% |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $1,500 |
| Acceptance Rate | 100% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Daniel Anderson |
| Admissions Associate | Angie King |
| Endowment Size | $0.5 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 8 sports |
| Sports | Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Snowboarding, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, WrestlingAlpine Skiing, Basketball, Cross Country, Snowboarding, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball, Wrestling, |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 2 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Chess club, Math Olympiad |
School Notes
- Assumption Catholic School students score significantly above local and state averages on standardized testing.
- Because of an increased emphasis on homework and the partnership with parents, Catholic school students develop more effective academic skills.
- Catholic Schools have an excellent success rate in educating minority students.
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