Washington Boarding Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 900 students located throughout Washington.

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Boarding Schools: 1
  • # Students Served: 900

Quick Facts (26-27)

  • # Boarding Schools: 1
  • # Students Served: 900

Top Washington Boarding Schools (2026-27)

Annie Wright Schools Photo - Annie Wright Schools, located in Tacoma, WA serves students pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Our upper schools program provides boarding for 9-12th students and a co-educational model of classroom learning
Gr: 9-12 | PK-12 (day) | 900 students
Student-teacher ratio: 6.5:1
Avg. class size: 11 students
Tuition listed
827 N Tacoma Ave
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 284-8603

Historical Statistics Overview

This State (WA)
US (avg. per state)
# Schools
1 School
6.4 Schools
# Students
900 Students
2,517 Students

Academics and Faculty

West Region*
US
* Fewer than 3 schools in Washington report these figures, so the West regional average is shown.
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
8:1

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

% Faculty with Advanced Degree
68%
69%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Academic Programs

West Region*
US
* Fewer than 3 schools in Washington report these figures, so the West regional average is shown.
Avg. AP Courses
29
22

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Avg. IB Courses
—
28
Avg. Class Size
13
13

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Academic Performance

West Region*
US
* Fewer than 3 schools in Washington report these figures, so the West regional average is shown.
Avg. SAT Score
1289
1271
Avg. ACT Score
27
27

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Avg. Acceptance Rate
60%
59%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Tuition and Finances

West Region*
US
* Fewer than 3 schools in Washington report these figures, so the West regional average is shown.
Avg. Tuition (Boarding)
$69,149
$64,455

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Avg. Tuition (Day)
$38,398
$38,004

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Avg. Tuition (International)
$66,137
$62,450

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Avg. Financial Aid Rate
36%
42%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$29,142
$27,075

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Avg. Endowment
$51 MM
$84 MM

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

Student Diversity

West Region*
US
* Fewer than 3 schools in Washington report these figures, so the West regional average is shown.
% Students of Color
34%
30%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

% International Students
22%
27%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

% Boarding Students
57%
59%

Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many boarding schools are located in Washington?
There is 1 college-preparatory boarding schools located in Washington.
What is the oldest boarding school in Washington?
Annie Wright Schools, founded in 1884, is the oldest boarding school in Washington.

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