Saint George's School

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Saint George's School Photo #1 - Saint George's 120-acre campus is located along the Little Spokane River just north of Spokane, Washington.
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Saint George's School Photo #1 - Saint George's 120-acre campus is located along the Little Spokane River just north of Spokane, Washington.
Saint George's School Photo #2 - Our mission statement, "Inspiring scholars, athletes, and artists to serve and lead others," drives our rigorous and innovative curriculum in the classroom, on the field or stage, and in the community.
Saint George's School Photo #3 - Our community celebrates the joy of working and playing together. Children are encouraged to explore their diverse world, expand their creativity, develop their sense of self, and build lasting friendships.
Saint George's School Photo #4 - Away from the classroom, students open up to new skills and new friends. They get to take appropriate risks, while developing a caring, open-minded appreciation for themselves, Spokane, the world, and all its inhabitants.
Saint George's School Photo #5 - Middle School students build skills that will buttress future academic success, such as learning how to take notes, study for a test, and organize the work of a long-term project.
Saint George's School Photo #6 - All Saint George`s science classes are designed around experiments and observations, either in our well-supplied laboratories or in the streams and woods of our beautiful campus. Our students also build robots, lead club discussions, cook ethnic recipes, rappel down a 40-foot cliff, and paddle the river that runs through campus.
Saint George's School Photo #7 - Inspiring students to participate in athletics is a part of our mission and is embodied in our no-cut policy. We believe the lessons learned in practice and competition carry over into the classroom. Over 80% of Upper School students compete on at least one varsity or junior varsity team each year.
Saint George's School Photo #8 - Saint George's School has won the WIAA Scholastic Cup for the top 2B-sized school in the state of Washington for academics, athletics, and activities three of the past five years. State 2021-22 championships in girls' track and field and academic state titles in girls' cross country, boys' tennis, and girls' tennis recognized our outstanding scholars and athletes.
Our Mission: "Inspiring scholars, athletes, and artists to serve and lead others." Saint George`s passionate educators and extraordinary campus inspire each and every student in ways that have a beneficial lifetime impact. From kindergarten through 12th grade, every student is supported and celebrated as a scholar, athlete, and artist. We prepare graduates to be lifetime learners, developing their abilities to understand the world around them and to empathize and communicate with others. The result is students who earn admission to the most selective colleges and universities in the nation. But more than acceptance letters, our graduates leave Saint George`s with the intellect and talents to succeed in higher education and to serve and lead in all their chosen endeavors.

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Saint George's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
Year Founded
1955
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details

Student Body

Total Students
311 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
26%
State avg.: 32%
Students by Grade
Saint George's School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Average SAT score
1270
Average ACT score
28
Matriculation DataMatric. Data
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade level: kindergarten is $19,220; Grades 1-5 = $22,190; Grades 6-8 = $23,200, Grades 9-12 = $23,650
Summer Program Cost Notes
Summer camps have different costs based on days/hours and cost of supplies.
% on Financial Aid
35%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$8,990
Acceptance Rate
75%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Tami Peplinski
Endowment Size
$7 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
16 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
plus a variety of student initiated which varies according to interest

Club or Organization:
Associated Student Body/Student Council, Book Club, Chess Club, Community Service, Debate, GLOW, Green Club, Knowledge Bowl, Lego League, Math is Cool, Robotics, Science Club

Arts and Music Programs:
Choirs

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Climbing, Outdoor Club

School Notes

  • Our Mission: "Inspiring scholars, athletes, and artists to serve and lead others." Saint George`s passionate educators and extraordinary campus inspire each and every student in ways that have a beneficial lifetime impact. From kindergarten through 12th grade, every student is supported and celebrated as a scholar, athlete, and artist. We prepare graduates to be lifetime learners, developing their abilities to understand the world around them and to empathize and communicate with others. The result is students who earn admission to the most selective colleges and universities in the nation. But more than acceptance letters, our graduates leave Saint George`s with the intellect and talents to succeed in higher education and to serve and lead in all their chosen endeavors.
  • You can see the Saint George`s advantage everywhere you look on our campus: In the classrooms, where our talented, experienced teachers share their passion for learning with their students; In well-equipped labs and art studios, where teachers really get to know their students and personalize innovative lessons, activities, and field trips; In our athletic center, where playing on and cheering on our no-cut, championship sports teams is a long-standing tradition; On Graduation Lawn, where the festive Dragon Dance and formal Graduation ceremonies open and close the school year; And along the banks of the Little Spokane River, where science classes study macroinvertebrates while PE students canoe through the nature preserve that surrounds our scenic campus.
  • Teachers at Saint George`s believe in preparing children to succeed in even the most challenging colleges and universities. They translate that belief into a balanced curriculum of rigorous academic training rounded out with performing arts and competitive athletics. They believe that parents recognize the importance of higher education and want to send their children off well prepared for the rigors of college academic life and capable of success outside the classroom.
  • Students at Saint George`s are challenged daily to refine their analytical and creative skills. They learn to question and defend their ideas, accept responsibility for their actions, and develop their self-confidence through activities in and out of the classroom. They learn to write, to think, to communicate more clearly, and to make informed decisions. Saint George`s School prepares students for life beyond college in our changing and challenging world. Saint George`s Upper School students are involved in their community while excelling in the classroom. Each year students help clean local rivers, teach summer camps and volunteer for Spokane-area non-profits. Plus, some 80% participate in sports and over 50% participate in performing arts. Spanish instruction begins in Kindergarten, while 7th through 12th grade students can also study Mandarin Chinese.
  • The International Baccalaureate is a globally recognized liberal arts curriculum, where students take rigorous courses in social sciences, English, science, math, arts, and proficiency in a second language. Saint George`s 11th and 12th grade students will take IB classes and earn IB diplomas and certificates. Saint George`s is the only school in the Spokane region offering the IB curriculum, which significantly increases acceptance rates among top tier universities. For more information visit: www.sgs.org/ib
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Saint George's School?
The acceptance rate of Saint George's School is 75%, which is lower than the national average of 85%. Saint George's School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Washington with low acceptance rates.
Does Saint George's School offer a summer program?
Yes, Saint George's School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Saint George's School offer?
Saint George's School offers 10 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Golf, Rock Climbing, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Saint George's School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Washington for most sports offered.
What is Saint George's School's ranking?
When is the application deadline for Saint George's School?
The application deadline for Saint George's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (2 reviews)
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St. George's has been an excellent fit for our daughter. The curriculum is very integrated and requires in-depth input and participation from the students. The teachers'' enthusiasm and love of their work and students is obvious. The emphasis is not just in academics; it is in all aspects of creating a well-rounded and active member of their community. They don't just teach citizenship, they DO it!
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5  
St. George's School creates an atmosphere that encourages and supports academic excellence, creative thinking, and service learning. All students have ample opportunities to participate in all activities. Faculty advisors and teachers are incredibly supporting. The facilities are beautiful and enhance learning and exploration. As a current and alumni parent, I most highly recommend this school for any motivated student.
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The average private school tuition in Spokane, WA is $5,042 for elementary schools and $5,440 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Spokane, WA is 92% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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