Sun Valley Community School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked ID School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 423 students
Yearly Tuition: $43,000
Acceptance rate: 45%
Average class size: 15 students
Application Deadline: Feb. 12 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Sun Valley Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Sun Valley Community School
Nursery	12
Pre-K	12
Kind	12
1	15
2	20
3	20
4	22
5	22
6	36
7	36
8	36
9	45
10	45
11	45
12	45

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1973

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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Last Day of School

Fri. Jun 4, 2027

Campus Size

44 acres

Student Body

Total Students

423 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 15%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

75 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National avg.: 11:1

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

15 students

Average SAT score

1270

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

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Classroom Dress Code

Casual

List of Courses Offered

Link to List of Courses

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Other school association(s)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Feb. 12 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$43,000

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Tuition Notes

Upper School Day Tuition: $43,000 Upper School Boarding Tuition: $73,750 (includes schools costs, housing, food, books and 4 outdoor trips per year)

Summer Program Cost

$1,500

Summer Program Cost Notes

Summer tuition depends on number of credits. Does not include boarding costs.

% on Financial Aid

30%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$13,000

Acceptance Rate

45%

National avg.: 82%

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Alessia Carega

Admissions Associate

Christy Giles

Application URL

Online Application

Endowment Size

$10 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

22 sports

Colors

White, Navy Blue

School Mascot

Cutthroat

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

11 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

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

School Notes

We are a community of curious minds, adventurous spirits, compassionate hearts, and critical thinkers who engage in learning and connect with one another in the thriving mountain community of Sun Valley, Idaho.
Surrounded by six mountain chains in the heart of Idaho, Sun Valley Community School offers students the chance for an excellent academic education, combined with unrivaled outdoor and wilderness experiences.
Sun Valley Community School students come to know themselves and one another on campus and in the wilderness, finding joy and growth through academic challenge, outdoor experiences, artistic endeavors, and athletic passions.

From our campus to the wilderness, our mission is to inspire students to think critically, engage confidently, embrace challenges, and lead impactful, purposeful lives.
We find students who thrive at Community School are independent, prefer a small, close-knit environment, have a love for the outdoors, and value their role and voice in the classroom. Our boarding program has a family feel with just 36 students who are excited about living in our cosmopolitan mountain town.
While we have established ourselves as a school that serves winter-sport athletes through the Sun Valley Ski Academy, we also have an incredible Outdoor Program, Outdoor Leadership Academy, and Creative Arts Academy.Please come explore our website and reach out to us with any questions!
We encourage you to watch the Discover Sun Valley Community School video to learn more about our school and the Sun Valley Ski Academy video to learn more about the exceptional education and opportunities we offer for winter sport athletes. We encourage you to explore our beautiful campus through our interactive virtual tour.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Sun Valley Community School cost?

Sun Valley Community School's tuition is approximately $43,000 for private students and $1,500 for summer students.

What schools are Sun Valley Community School often compared to?

Sun Valley Community School is often viewed alongside schools like The Sage School by visitors of our site.

What is the acceptance rate of Sun Valley Community School?

The acceptance rate of Sun Valley Community School is 45%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. Sun Valley Community School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Idaho with low acceptance rates.

Does Sun Valley Community School offer a summer program?

Yes, Sun Valley Community School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

What sports does Sun Valley Community School offer?

Sun Valley Community School offers 22 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Figure Skating, Freestyle Skiing, Golf, Ice Hockey, Kayaking, Lacrosse, Mountain Biking, Mountaineering, Nordic Skiing, Riflery, Rock Climbing, Snowboarding, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Sun Valley Community School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for most sports offered.

What is Sun Valley Community School's ranking?

Sun Valley Community School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Idaho for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Largest student body, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.

When is the application deadline for Sun Valley Community School?

The application deadline for Sun Valley Community School is Feb. 12 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 12 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Calendar

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Thanksgiving Break

November 23, 2026 (Monday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 24, 2026 (Tuesday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 26, 2026 (Thursday)

Thanksgiving Break

November 27, 2026 (Friday)

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Idaho is $11,140 for elementary schools and $11,401 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Idaho is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).