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Annie Wright Schools
  • Private, Boarding
  • TACOMA, WA
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Annie Wright Schools

#1 Best Boarding High Schools in Washington
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • Private, Boarding
  • PK, K-12
  • TACOMA, WA
  • 113 reviews
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    COVID-19 Update for Prospective Students and Families:

    Annie Wright Schools are committed to providing the exceptional AWS experience to the fullest extent possible while prioritizing the health and safety of our community. AWS is open and currently provides in-person learning five days a week. We have made several adjustments to our processes in order to maintain academic continuity and a strong AWS experience in our new COVID-19 reality. Learn More

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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A+
    6. Sports
      B+
    aw.org
    (253) 272-2216
    827 NORTH TACOMA AVENUE
    TACOMA, WA 98403
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    About Annie Wright Schools...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    February 1
    Application Fee
    $80
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    TOEFL

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $32,300
    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)
    $68,500
    Received Financial Aid
    42%
    Average Financial Aid
    $14,000
    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 (IB) 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 named Most Beautiful Private School in Washington State by Architectural Digest. And though our campus and building are, indeed, beautiful, it's what's happening inside our building that is pure magic.

    We hope you'll take a moment to learn more about Annie Wright Schools, our program and the people that make up our strong and vibrant community. Welcome to Annie Wright Schools and Go Gators!

    Small class sizes + caring faculty
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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1340
    83 responses
    Average ACT
    29
    33 responses
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    The best of both worlds with AWS coordinate model

    At Annie Wright, we celebrate each student's unique strengths and learning style and we also recognize that boys and girls often learn differently. Our Upper School program offers a coordinate model that enables boys and girls in Grades 9-12 to study in a single-gender academic environment with opportunities for shared co-ed activities and social interactions outside of the classroom.

    Culture & Safety

    Poll
    82%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 22 responses
    Poll
    82%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 22 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 59 responses
    • May Day
      22%
    • Lip Sync
      19%
    • Lessons and Carols
      17%
    • Mountain Day
      14%
    • Scholarship Weekend
      7%
    • Casino Night
      5%
    • Powder Puff Durby
      5%

    Boarding

    Students Boarding
    16%
    Boarding Days Per Week
    5-day, 7-day
    Top Countries
    Canada, China, Japan, South Korea, Viet Nam
    International Boarding Students
    10%
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    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    749
    71%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 21 responses
    71%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 21 responses
    62%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 21 responses
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    Preschool

    Annual Cost
    $23,400
    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 years
    Pre-K Student-Teacher Ratio
    7:1
    Website
    aw.org/preschool
    Schedule Options
    • Offers Full Week
      Yes
    • Offers Part Week
    • Offers Full Day
      Yes
    • Offers Part Day
      Yes

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    8:1
    National
    17:1
    Poll
    79%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 24 responses
    Poll
    88%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 24 responses
    Poll
    88%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 24 responses
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A+
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Average
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Very High
    81%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 21 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 21 responses
    71%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 21 responses

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