The Sage School vs. Sun Valley Community School
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School Overview
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Sun Valley Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:
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Overview
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.
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.
Grades Offered
6-12
PK-12
Blue Ribbon School
No
No
Offers Post-Graduate Year
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No
Learning Difference Programs
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Yes
Year Founded
2009
1973
Students Body
Total Students
83 students
446 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Co-ed
% Students of Color
10%
4%
Students by Grade
Students by Grade
Nursery Students
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16
Pre-K Students
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16
Kindergarten Students
-
16
Grade 1 Students
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18
Grade 2 Students
-
20
Grade 3 Students
-
20
Grade 4 Students
-
22
Grade 5 Students
-
22
Grade 6 Students
10
36
Grade 7 Students
13
36
Grade 8 Students
12
36
Grade 9 Students
10
45
Grade 10 Students
18
45
Grade 11 Students
12
49
Grade 12 Students
8
49
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
75 teachers
% Faculty with Advance Degree
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75%
Average Class Size
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15
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
6:1
Average SAT score
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1270
Average ACT score
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28
Classroom Dress Code
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Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Feb. 6 / Jul. 1 / rolling
Tuition Cost
$27,900
$41,200
Tuition Notes
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Upper School Day Tuition: $41,200
Upper School Boarding Tuition: $71,000 (includes schools costs, housing, food, books and 4 outdoor trips per year)
% on Financial Aid
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30%
Average Financial Aid Grant
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$13,000
Acceptance Rate
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45%
Admissions Director
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Alessia Carega
Admissions Associate
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Christy Giles
Sports
Total Sports Offered
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21
Extracurriculars
Total Extra-curric.Total Extracurriculars
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11
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