For the 2026-27 school year, there are 1 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 900 students located throughout Washington.
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Historical Statistics Overview
This State (WA)
US
# Schools
1 Schools
271 Schools
# Students
900 Students
107,111 Students
Academics and Faculty
This State (WA)
US
Average Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
8:1
% Faculty with Advanced Degree
41%
69%
Academic Programs
This State (WA)
US
Avg. AP Courses
n/a
22
Avg. IB Courses
20
28
Avg. Class Size
17
13
Academic Performance
This State (WA)
US
Avg. SAT Score
1469
1270
Avg. ACT Score
36
27
Tuition and Finances
This State (WA)
US
Avg. Tuition (Boarding)
$77,225
$64,480
Avg. Tuition (Day)
$36,250
$38,054
Avg. Tuition (International)
n/a
$62,481
Avg. Financial Aid Rate
35%
42%
Avg. Financial Aid Grant
$14,850
$26,973
Avg. Endowment
$36 MM
$83 MM
Student Diversity
This State (WA)
US
% Students of Color
57%
30%
% International Students
16%
27%
% Boarding Students
16%
59%
Top Washington Boarding Schools (2026-27)
School
Location
Quick Facts
827 N Tacoma Ave
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 284-8603
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 284-8603
Gr: 9-12 | PK-12 (day) | 900 students Student-teacher ratio: 6:1 Avg. class size: 11 students Tuition listed
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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