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Discovery School (Closed 2010)

323 S Grant Street
Spokane, WA 99202

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Discovery School Photo #1 - Blue Bird observation at Turnbull Refuge

Discovery School Photo #2 - 5th/6th trip to Seattle

Discovery School Photo #3 - Pottery in Art Class

Students in preschool through sixth grade learn a rich variety of academic skills with an experienced, state-certified teaching staff.

Within small cluster groups, students are introduced to skills of deductive reasoning, brainstorming, time management, critical thinking, and problem solving.

School Overview

Religious Affiliation

Christian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-6

Year Founded

1984

Summer School Offered

Yes

Student Body

Total Students

105 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

14%

State avg.: 32%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

9 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

12:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

20%

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$10,000

View national tuition avg.

Tuition Notes

Tuition for Preschool ranges from $1705 to $4239 depending on the number of days. Full day Pre-K through 6th grade tuition is $10000

% on Financial Aid

54%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$5,000

Acceptance Rate

70%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Karen Montague

School Notes

*Active, hands-on learning *Conceptual learning that leads to understanding along with acquisition of basic skills *Meaningful, relevant learning experiences *Interactive teaching and cooperative learning *A broad range of relevant content, integrated across traditional subject matter divisions

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Discovery School cost?

Discovery School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Discovery School?

The acceptance rate of Discovery School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 82%.

When is the application deadline for Discovery School?

The application deadline for Discovery School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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