Tri-Cities Prep is a private, independent, Catholic, college-preparatory high school.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Yearly Tuition: $8,500
- Average class size: 21 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Tri-cities Prep ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Sports offered
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
First Day of School
Fri. Aug 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. Jun 1, 2026
Student Body
Total Students
197 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
21 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Jeans are reserved for Thursdays-Jaguar Pride Day
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
% on Financial Aid
60%
Admissions Director
Keri Escalera
Admissions Associate
Pam Butler
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Blue Tie Club, Captain's Council, Garden Club, Mock Trial, Pep Club, Recycling Club, Science Olympiad, Ski Club, Solidarity Club
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama
School Notes
- School Motto: Tri-Cities Prep is dedicated to providing the highest quality academic instruction in a faith-centered environment.
- School Mascot: Jaguars
- Tri-Cities Prep, a Catholic High School, is dedicated to providing the highest quality academic instruction in a faith-centered environment. While preparing students for higher education, we strive to form Christian leaders spiritually, intellectually, physically, and culturally.A high moral standard within the Judeo-Christian Tradition provides the cornerstone for assisting our students in making sound decisions for a full and successful life.Guided by the gospel values of peace, love, and justice, students are challenged to critically seek the truth and dedicate themselves to improve the community and serve others.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Tri-cities Prep cost?
Tri-cities Prep's tuition is approximately $8,500 for private students.
What schools are Tri-cities Prep often compared to?
Tri-cities Prep is often viewed alongside schools like Kingspoint Christian School, Riverview Baptist Christian Schools by visitors of our site.
What sports does Tri-cities Prep offer?
Tri-cities Prep offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Softball and Volleyball. Tri-cities Prep is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Washington for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Tri-cities Prep?
The application deadline for Tri-cities Prep is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
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