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Charles Wright Academy
  • Private
  • TACOMA, WA
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Charles Wright Academy

#2 in Best Private K-12 Schools in Washington
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    A+
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Academics
      A+
    2. Diversity
      A
    3. Teachers
      A minus
    4. College Prep
      A+
    5. Clubs & Activities
      A
    6. Sports
      B+
    charleswright.org
    (253) 620-8373
    7723 CHAMBERS CREEK ROAD WEST
    TACOMA, WA 98467
    About Charles Wright Academy...

    Applying

    Application Deadline
    February 1
    Application Fee
    $40
    Interview Required
    Yes
    Required/Recommended Tests
    None

    Tuition

    Yearly Tuition
    $29,320
    Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.
    Received Financial Aid
    35%
    Average Financial Aid
    $13,663

    From Charles Wright Academy

    Founded in 1957, Charles Wright Academy is an independent day school in Tacoma where students in Preschool–Grade 12 are nurtured and challenged to develop the character, creativity, and skills to successfully navigate the future with confidence. CWA is an inclusive community valuing integrity, respect, compassion, perseverance, and excellence.

    Small classes are led by talented and caring faculty offering academic challenge and support at every stage. Active, experiential, and joyful learning on CWA's beautiful 107-acre campus includes art, music, science, world language, and athletics for all students.

    Extensive school bus service includes Gig Harbor, Tacoma, Olympia, and South King County. CWA is accredited by the Northwest Association of Independent Schools (NWAIS).

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    Academics

    Average Graduation Rate
    100%
    Average SAT
    1320
    151 responses
    Average ACT
    30
    30 responses
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    College Counseling

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    Led by two full-time college counselors, Charles Wright’s 4-year plan guides students toward college choices that match their unique characters, strengths, and interests. Counselors work one-on-one with fewer than 40 students each in order to meet the needs of each individual, encouraging self-reflection, informed decision-making, and mature communication skills.

    Culture & Safety

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    Students

    Diversity
    A
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    Students
    557
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    Preschool

    Annual Cost
    $21,240
    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
    charleswright.org/beginningschool
    Schedule Options
    • Offers Full Week
    • Offers Part Week
    • Offers Full Day
      Yes
    • Offers Part Day

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    7:1
    National
    17:1
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    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    A
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    Living in the Area

    University Place
    A minus
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Cost of Living
      C minus
    2. Good for Families
      A minus
    3. Housing
      C
    Median Household Income
    $84,673
    National
    $69,021
    Median Rent
    $1,395
    National
    $1,163
    Median Home Value
    $430,500
    National
    $244,900
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