Gonzaga Preparatory School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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About the School

Gonzaga Preparatory School in Spokane, WA, serves 794 students in grades 9 through 12 within a midsize city community.
Founded in 1887, this coeducational Catholic high school holds memberships with the Jesuit Secondary Education Association and the National Catholic Educational Association.
The school maintains a student–teacher ratio of 13:1 with an average class size of 15, supported by 60 teaching staff members.
Annual tuition is $17,255, and the school has an acceptance rate of 98%.
Approximately 21% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within this Spokane Catholic high school.

Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 794 students
Yearly Tuition: $17,255
Acceptance rate: 98%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Gonzaga Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA)
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
Other school association(s)

Religious Affiliation

Catholic

Grades Offered

Grades 9-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Gonzaga Preparatory School
9	217
10	177
11	221
12	179

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Year Founded

1887

Colors

White, Navy Blue

Student Body

Total Students

794 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

21%

State avg.: 32%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

60 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

13:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

15 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$17,255

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Acceptance Rate

98%

National avg.: 82%

Application URL

Online Application

School Notes

School Mascot: Bullpup

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Gonzaga Preparatory School cost?

Gonzaga Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $17,255 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Gonzaga Preparatory School?

The acceptance rate of Gonzaga Preparatory School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.

What is Gonzaga Preparatory School's ranking?

Gonzaga Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Gonzaga Preparatory School?

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

School Calendar

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Fall Break--No Classes

October 19, 2026 (Monday)

First Day of Winter Sports - Basketball, Wrestling, Girls Flag Football

November 16, 2026 (Monday)

Thanksgiving Break--No Classes

November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

First Day of Lacrosse

February 22, 2027 (Monday)

First Day of Spring Sports

March 01, 2027 (Monday)

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5 11/21/2022

Sending our kids to Gonzaga Prep has been the best education decision we have ever made. The school provides a deep sense of community, the teachers are engaging, and the volleyball and golf programs are reputable.

- Posted by Parent - Katie Kladar

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The average private school tuition in Spokane, WA is $7,426 for elementary schools and $10,403 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Spokane, WA is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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