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Annie Wright Schools

  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Boarding
  • PK, K-12
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 81 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      B+
    Address
    827 North Tacoma Avenue
    Tacoma, WA 98403
    Telephone
    (253) 272-2216
    Website
    aw.org

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Application Fee
    $80
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    TOEFL

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $28,500
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Boarding (Tuition + Boarding)
    $60,700
    Received Financial Aid
    —
    Average Financial Aid
    —
    From Annie Wright Schools

    Founded in 1884, Annie Wright Schools serve students from age three through high school. Annie Wright Lower and Middle Schools offer co-ed programs in Preschool-Grade 8, while separate Upper Schools for boys and girls offer day and boarding options in Grades 9-12. Five- and seven-day boarding options attract students from around the world. AWS is proud to be an International Baccalaureate World School, delivering IB programs in every division.

    Annie Wright Schools are nestled in the beautiful North End neighborhood of Tacoma, Washington. The historic campus was recently named Most Beautiful Private School in Washington State by Architectural Digest. New in 2019: a state-of-the-art academic building to house the growing Upper School for Boys; a third gym with a pool, to compliment the robust K-12 athletics program; and a new nature-based play space.

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1310
    55 responses
    Average ACT
    28
    27 responses
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    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    92%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.12 responses
    Poll
    92%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.12 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 31 responses
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    • May Day
      26%
    • Lip Sync
      23%
    • Lessons and Carols
      16%
    • Powder Puff Durby
      10%
    • Scholarship Weekend
      10%
    • Mountain Day
      6%
    • Back-to-School BBQ
      3%

      Boarding

      Students Boarding
      20%
      Boarding Days Per Week
      5-day, 7-day
      Top Countries
      Canada, China, Japan, Korea, Republic of, Viet Nam
      International Boarding Students
      18%

      Students

      Diversity
      A
      Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
      Students
      574
      73%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.11 responses
      73%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.11 responses
      82%
      of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.11 responses

      Preschool

      Annual Cost
      $20,000
      Cost is for the most complete schedule offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
      Starting Age
      3
      Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
      8:1
      Website
      aw.org/lower-school/preschool
      Schedule Options
      • Offers Full Week
        Yes
      • Offers Part Week
        —
      • Offers Full Day
        Yes
      • Offers Part Day
        Yes

      Teachers

      Student-Teacher Ratio
      6:1
      National
      17:1
      Poll
      86%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.14 responses
      Poll
      93%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.14 responses
      Poll
      93%
      of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.14 responses

      Clubs & Activities

      Clubs & Activities
      A+
      Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
      Girls Athletic Participation
      Average
      Boys Athletic Participation
      Very High
      82%
      of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.11 responses
      91%
      of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.11 responses
      73%
      of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.11 responses

      Annie Wright Schools Reviews

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      My children both graduated from AWS, and I am compelled to write this review because they are so wonderfully prepared for college. Thank you Annie Wright! The care and professionalism demonstrated by the teachers is amazing. My kids are not only academically prepared, they know how to advocate for themselves, and build relationships with their professors at college. They have started the boys school now I hear, and although I had some reservations initially, I do agree that this extraordinary IB education should be available to all kids in the South Sound. This school is making a difference in the lives of kids, families and helping the development of the region.
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      Attending Annie Wright has been an amazing journey for me. As an international student, I experienced high level education with its IB curriculum, strong bonding relationships with my peer classmate, easily accessible and inspiring teachers and faculty, and pleasant dorm life. AWS is a very supportive community that makes me believe in my ability to success. I am sure that this experience will enable me to stay strong and independent in my future career.
      Go Gators!
      Our kids have been at Annie Wright since they were 3 and they have absolutely thrived. The curriculum is amazing, offering Spanish, swim, and more - starting in preschool. We love the school and community, and are especially glad that our sons can attend all the way through 12th grade now.

      They offer after school athletics for kids from K-12. The facilities, coaches and teachers are the absolute best! Annie Wright is hands-down the best school in the Puget Sound!