For the 2024-25 school year, there are 2 college-prep and junior boarding schools serving 942 students located throughout Washington.
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Top Washington Boarding Schools (2024-25)
School
Location
Grades
Students
827 N Tacoma Ave
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 284-8603
Tacoma, WA 98403
(253) 284-8603
Grades: 9-12
Pre-K-12 (day)
Pre-K-12 (day)
| 822 students
505 Spring Street
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-6393
Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-6393
Grades: 8-12
6-12 (day)
6-12 (day)
| 120 students
Frequently Asked Questions
How many boarding schools are located in Washington?
There are 2 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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