Holy Family Catholic School

505 17th St Se Auburn, WA 98002
www.hfsauburn.com

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 168 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,948
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

About the School

  • Holy Family School, in union with Holy Family Parish, is a community that educates and inspires students in the Catholic tradition to grow in faith, to demonstrate academic excellence, and to model Christian citizenship.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • Top Ranked WA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 168 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $8,948
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 15 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Holy Family Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

Category
Attribute

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
All
Year Founded
1964
Campus Size
8 acres
School Motto
Faith. Citizenship. Academic Excellence.

Student Body

Total Students
168 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
Average Class Size
15 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Students where a specific uniform

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
We have a tiered tuition model with 8948 being for in parish tuition and 11170 being for out of parish tuition.
% on Financial Aid
20%
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%

Sports

Colors
Blue and Green
School Mascot
Hawks

School Notes

  • Holy Family School, in union with Holy Family Parish, educates and inspires students in the Catholic tradition to grow in faith, achieve academic excellence, and live as Christian citizens.
  • Students are encouraged to recognize and use their individual strengths, talents, and gifts.
  • Students grow in faith through Catholic beliefs and practices, liturgy, sacraments, prayer, and Christian moral choices.Students achieve academic excellence through critical thinking, problem-solving, independent decision-making, and participation in the liberal and fine arts.
  • Students live as Christian citizens by understanding the impact of their words and actions and using their gifts and talents in service to others.
  • Parents are recognized as the primary educators of their children, with the school and parish working in partnership with families.
  • Holy Family Catholic School is a community whose mission is to develop students who will know their self-worth and learn to give and receive respect and love as they grow in enthusiasm for knowledge of many kinds. The primary goal of the program is student development. The program is geared to the needs of each child in the areas of integrating faith with life, achieving intellectual, physical, emotional, social and aesthetic growth, and preparing for leadership and citizenship in today's society. Parents have the primary responsibility for their children's education. The church, school and community complement this role of the parents. Parents, church, school and community work together to achieve goals rooted in gospel values of courage, reconciliation, justice, hope, faith, service, love and community.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Holy Family Catholic School cost?
Holy Family Catholic School's tuition is approximately $8,948 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Holy Family Catholic School?
The acceptance rate of Holy Family Catholic School is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Holy Family Catholic School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Washington with low acceptance rates.
What is Holy Family Catholic School's ranking?
Holy Family Catholic School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Highest percentage of students of color.
When is the application deadline for Holy Family Catholic School?
The application deadline for Holy Family Catholic School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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The average private school tuition in Auburn, WA is $8,902 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Auburn, WA is 90% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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