Gonzaga Preparatory School in Spokane, WA, serves 794 students in grades 9 through 12 within a midsize city community.
Founded in 1887, this coeducational Catholic high school holds memberships with the Jesuit Secondary Education Association and the National Catholic Educational Association.
The school maintains a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 13:1 with an average class size of 15, supported by 60 teaching staff members.
Annual tuition is $17,255, and the school has an acceptance rate of 98%.
Approximately 21% of the student body represents students of color, reflecting some racial diversity within this Spokane Catholic high school.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Yearly Tuition: $17,255
- Acceptance rate: 98%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Gonzaga Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Year Founded
1887
Colors
White, Navy Blue
Student Body
Total Students
794 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 32%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Average Class Size
15 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,255
Acceptance Rate
98%
National avg.: 82%
Application URL
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bullpup
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Gonzaga Preparatory School cost?
Gonzaga Preparatory School's tuition is approximately $17,255 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Gonzaga Preparatory School?
The acceptance rate of Gonzaga Preparatory School is 98%, which is higher than the national average of 82%.
What is Gonzaga Preparatory School's ranking?
Gonzaga Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Gonzaga Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Gonzaga Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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First Day of School
August 26, 2026 (Wednesday)
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Sending our kids to Gonzaga Prep has been the best education decision we have ever made. The school provides a deep sense of community, the teachers are engaging, and the volleyball and golf programs are reputable.
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