School Facts
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1971
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
273 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
27%
State avg.: 32%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
80%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Khaki pants and polo/dress
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Depends on division
Admissions Director
Natalie Bennett
Sports
Total Sports Offered
6 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
ChessRobotics
Club or Organization:
Math Team
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Middle School Sports
School Notes
- Founded in 1971, The Franklin Academy, located in Bellingham, WA, is a closely-knit, fast-growing independent coeducational day school.
- A supportive community with STEM focused education in a safe, small class environment for all grades. Call today for a personal tour (360) 733-1750 or discover more at our website www.thefranklin.academy.
- Sports Teams in the WIAA leagueSmall class sizes for every grade levelStrong parent involvement
- The Franklin Academy is not just aschool; it's a nurturing and supportive community
- A rigorous academic environment that follows national standards from experts in each subject area (cross-grade STEM-focused curriculum used, too)
- A program emphasizing achievement, leadership with buddies, and moral & spiritual development
- Instructional time music and Spanish specialist each week
- Sports Teams with WIAA
- Electiveopportunities inMiddleSchool(i.e., Coding and Makerspace)
- Field trips that complement curriculum (like the 8th Graders go to England).
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. Paul's Academy cost?
St. Paul's Academy's tuition is approximately $7,850 for private students.
What sports does St. Paul's Academy offer?
St. Paul's Academy offers 6 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Tennis, Track and Field, Volleyball and Wrestling.
When is the application deadline for St. Paul's Academy?
The application deadline for St. Paul's Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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