The McGillis School
Tel:
(801)583-0094
- The McGillis School serves 427 students in grades Nursery/Preschool-8 and is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) and the NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools.
- The student:teacher of The McGillis School is 7:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Nonsectarian.
Quick Stats (2019-20)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Students: 427 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,750
- Acceptance rate: 54%
- Average class size: 22 students
- Application Deadline: Feb. 1 / rolling
Top Placements
The McGillis School places among the top 20% of private schools in Utah for:
- Category Attribute
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) NWAIS (Northwest Association of Independent Schools |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-8 |
| ADD/ADHD Support | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Learning Programs Supported | mild learning differences |
| Year Founded | 1990 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
Student Body
| Total Students | 427 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 10% State avg.: 22% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 60 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 7:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| Average Class Size | 22 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $12,750 |
| Tuition Notes | Middle School Tuition: 14180 |
| % on Financial Aid | 25% |
| Acceptance Rate | 54% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Sallie Warmath |
| Admissions Associate | csherwood@mcgillisschool.org |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 4 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, VolleyballBasketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Volleyball, |
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