Sun Valley Community School vs. The Sage School
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School Overview
Top Rankings
Sun Valley Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
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Overview
Sun Valley Community School (SVCS) is an independent pre-K-12 boarding and day school located on three campuses totalling 40 acres in iconic Sun Valley, Idaho.
Sun Valley is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts and brimming with culture and the arts; Residents live for adventure and enjoy a balanced lifestyle in this small, supportive and exciting mountain town.
SVCS combines an outstanding academic program with an extensive outdoor program, taking advantage of the five mountain ranges that make up our backyard.
Our Outdoor Leadership Academy, Creative Arts Academy, and Sun Valley Ski Academy provide the classroom support and flexibility for our students to be able to pursue their outdoor, winter sport, and artistic ambitions at the highest level. Our highly personalized approach to college counseling ensures that students are accepted to the best colleges and universities; More importantly, graduates find the ideal fit for the next step of their journey.
The Sage School serves 83 students in grades 6-12, is a member of the State or regional independent school association.
The student:teacher of The Sage School is 6:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Grades Offered
PK-12
6-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
No
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Learning Difference Programs
Yes
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Year Founded
1973
2009
Students Body
Total Students
446 students
83 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
4%
10%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
16
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Pre-K Students
16
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Kindergarten Students
16
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Grade 1 Students
18
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Grade 2 Students
20
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Grade 3 Students
20
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Grade 4 Students
22
-
Grade 5 Students
22
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Grade 6 Students
36
10
Grade 7 Students
36
13
Grade 8 Students
36
12
Grade 9 Students
45
10
Grade 10 Students
45
18
Grade 11 Students
49
12
Grade 12 Students
49
8
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
13 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
75%
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Average Class Size
15
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Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
6:1
Average SAT score
1270
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Average ACT score
28
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Classroom Dress Code
Casual
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Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
Feb. 6 / Jul. 1 / rolling
None / Rolling
Tuition Cost
$41,200
$27,900
Tuition Notes
Upper School Day Tuition: $41,200
Upper School Boarding Tuition: $71,000 (includes schools costs, housing, food, books and 4 outdoor trips per year)
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% on Financial Aid
30%
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Average Financial Aid Grant
$13,000
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Acceptance Rate
45%
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Admissions Director
Alessia Carega
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Admissions Associate
Christy Giles
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Sports
Total Sports Offered
21
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Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
11
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Extra-curric.Extracurriculars
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Green TeamInvestment Club
Model United Nations ClubRadio Club
Student SenateSun Valley Ski Academy
Ultimate Frisbee Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Creative Arts Academy
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Backcountry Ski ClubKayak Club
Outdoor Leadership Academy