Annie Wright Schools (Top Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked WA School
Grades: Nursery/Preschool-12
Enrollment: 902 students
Yearly Tuition: $37,520
Average class size: 14 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 24 / rolling
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School Rankings

Annie Wright Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:

School Facts

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Annie Wright Schools
Nursery	28
Pre-K	45
Kind	52
1	54
2	52
3	53
4	54
5	36
6	52
7	54
8	54
9	95
10	88
11	89
12	96

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1884

Campus Size

10 acres

School Motto

From Strength to Strength

Student Body

Total Students

902 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

68%

State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

116 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

8:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

73%

Average Class Size

14 students

Average SAT score

1316

(Out of 1600)

Average ACT score

(Out of 36)

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Uniform

Number of AP Courses

20 courses

Advanced Courses

IB 20th Century History SL & HLIB Art SL & HL

IB Biology 1IB Biology 2

IB BusinessIB Computer Science

IB EconomicsIB English IV: Language & Literature 1

IB English IV: Language & Literature 2IB Environmental Science and Systems

IB Global Politics 1 & 2IB Mandarin AB Initio SL

IB Math Analysis and Approaches SL & HLIB Math Applications and Interpretations

IB Music SL or HLIB Physics

IB Spanish AB initio SLIB Spanish SL 1 & 2

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School Membership(s)School Assoc.

International Coalition of Girls' Schools (formerly NCGS) (ICGS)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
International Baccalaureate World School (IB)
International Boys' Schools Coalition (IBSC)
Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 24 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$37,520

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Tuition Notes

Listed tuition is for day students in grades 9-12. Please visit our website for tuition information:

% on Financial Aid

40%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$14,580

College Acceptance Rate

100%

Admissions Director

Grace Franco

Admissions Associate

Abby Drivdahl

Application URL

Endowment Size

$36.8 million

Sports

Total Sports Offered

8 sports

Sports

BasketballCross Country

FootballGolf

SoccerTennis

Track and FieldVolleyball

Colors

Navy Blue, Gold

School Mascot

Gators

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.

30 extracurriculars

ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.

Club or Organization:

Affinity clubs (including Latinx/Hispanic, Chinese, Japanese, & Vietnamese)Automotive Arts

Black Student UnionBusiness

CodingCommunity

Creative WritingCrochet

Dance TeamDebate

Dungeons & DragonsEnvironmental Science

Gender & SexualityInkwell

KnittingMock Trial

Model UNNature

PhilosophyPhysics

PodcastingSports Medicine

Stage FashionStudent Government

Yearbook

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Arts and Music Programs:

FilmmakingMusic Production

OrchestraTheatre

Visual Arts

School Notes

Annie Wright Schools are located in beautiful Tacoma, Washington. 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.

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.
Annie Wright Schools is rated #1 Best K-12 草榴社区 school in Washington, #1 Boarding School in Washington, and #3 most diverse 草榴社区 school in Washington.
As anInternational Baccalaureate (IB World School)with an emphasis on inquiry, communication, meaningful action, and global-mindedness Annie Wright Schools develop the whole student with measurable outcomes for students and teachers throughout IB programs.
As one of less than 20 IB continuum schools in the United States, and the only one in the state of Washington, Annie Wright offers the Primary Years Programme (PYP) for Preschool-Grade 5, Middle Years Programme (MYP) for Grades 6-8 and Diploma Programme (DP) for Grades 11-12.
Annie Wright's Great Outdoor Adventure Team Program (GOAT)encourages students to immerse themselves in the extraordinatory outdoors of the Pacific Northwest with transformative programs throughout the academic year. Experience the thrill of white water rafting, summit Mt. St. Helens, master rock climbing, and earn certificates along the way. Students explore Mount Rainter and Olympic National parks, dozens of state recreation areas, forests, and the Puget Sound. Our programs cater to students interests, ensuring a personalized journey of discovery, all within the supportive environment of our boarding school community.

Sample of notable school alumni/alumnae:
- Sally (Peterson) Atherton, '66 - ED, Assoc for Research in Vision & Ophthalmology
- Diane (Dapper) Freeman, '59 - NASA aerospace ops dev, integration & support
- Betty Garrett-Parks, '36 - Actress, comedian, singer & dancer
- Damani Leech, '90 (Middle School) - President, Denver Broncos
- Amy Paulose, '95 - President, AMES International, Inc
- Merrill (Wagner) Ryman, '97 - World-renowned artist
- Lee Skinner, '86 - Dean, Newcomb-Tulane College; Latin Am lit scholar
- Erin (Fletcher) Slayton, 97 - Vice President, HDR
- Pamela Hyde Smith, '63 - United States Ambassador
- Mary (McCarthy) West, '29 - American novelist, critic and political activist

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Annie Wright Schools cost?

Annie Wright Schools's tuition is approximately $37,520 for private students.

Who are famous alumni from Annie Wright Schools?

Annie Wright Schools famous alumni include: Sally (Peterson) Atherton, '66, Diane (Dapper) Freeman, '59, Betty Garrett-Parks, '36, Damani Leech, '90 (Middle School), Amy Paulose, '95, Merrill (Wagner) Ryman, '97, Lee Skinner, '86, Erin (Fletcher) Slayton, 97, Pamela Hyde Smith, '63 and Mary (McCarthy) West, '29.

What sports does Annie Wright Schools offer?

Annie Wright Schools offers 8 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Golf, Soccer, Tennis, Track and Field and Volleyball. Annie Wright Schools is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Washington for most sports offered.

What is Annie Wright Schools's ranking?

Annie Wright Schools ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of students of color, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered, Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Annie Wright Schools?

The application deadline for Annie Wright Schools is Jan. 24 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 24 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

In what neighborhood is Annie Wright Schools located?

Annie Wright Schools is located in the North End neighborhood of Tacoma, WA. There are 1 other private schools located in North End.

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School Reviews

5.00 out of 5 (2 reviews)

5 4/23/2021

We love it here! The Annie Wright community rocks: the teachers are absolutely amazing and sometimes it feels as if they know my boys better than I. While the historic building and uniforms seem formal, there is a relaxed and informal environment - totally focused on helping kids learn and achieve success by exploring whatever makes them tick. We love the IB program, the fact that sports are all offered right on campus (including swim as part of PE in the lower grades), and there are overnight trips starting in 4th grade. It's amazing and seems to get better every day. Love this school!

- Posted by Parent - Boy Mom

5 3/20/2021

My niece attended AW several years ago, as a boarding student. She has since graduated from college and has started a company that sells up-cycled clothing, and styles her clients as well. I have also known friends and patients that have attended there, and rave about the school. I am a healthcare provider, working in mental health, and specialize in the treatment of adolescents. My impression has been that this is a school who fosters success for each individual.

- Posted by Student/Alumni - Auntie Gigi

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The average private school tuition in Tacoma, WA is $14,351 for elementary schools and $17,596 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Tacoma, WA is 96% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).