Our college prepatory curriculum focuses on Empowering Students for Christ through piritual awakening, academic distinction, teamwork and collaboration, community connection and service, and building a culture of gratitude.
Students develop good writing, effective speaking, sensitive listening skills and the ability to relate to people from all walks of life.These are the basic building blocks in establishing productive working relationships with others.
Our teachers are dedicated to finding new methods and activities to ensure that each student has the opportunity to develop these skills.
Students have opportunities to take dual credit and advanced placement courses.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked WA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 138 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,400
- Acceptance rate: 25%
- Average class size: 15 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Walla Walla Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Acceptance Rate
Advanced Degrees
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Year Founded
1886
Colors
White, Black, Grey, Maroon
Campus Size
12 acres
Student Body
Total Students
138 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
17%
State avg.: 32%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
15 students
Number of AP/Advanced Courses
6 courses
AP/Advanced Courses
AP EnglishAP Literature
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Uniforms鈥擝usiness Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,400
Tuition Notes
Student work program and Student financial Aid are available.
% on Financial Aid
29%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$800
Acceptance Rate
25%
National avg.: 82%
Admissions Director
Scott Rae
Admissions Associate
Karalee Canfield
Application URL
Endowment Size
$1 million
Sports
Total Sports Offered
7 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Asociated Student BodyEurope Trip
Mission TripsNHS - National Honor Society
Religous ActivitiesWashington D.C. Trip
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Walla Walla Valley Academy cost?
Walla Walla Valley Academy's tuition is approximately $13,400 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Walla Walla Valley Academy?
The acceptance rate of Walla Walla Valley Academy is 25%, which is lower than the national average of 82%. Walla Walla Valley Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Washington with low acceptance rates.
What sports does Walla Walla Valley Academy offer?
Walla Walla Valley Academy offers 7 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Golf, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Walla Walla Valley Academy's ranking?
Walla Walla Valley Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Lowest average acceptance rates, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Walla Walla Valley Academy?
The application deadline for Walla Walla Valley Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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919 E Sumach St
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(509) 525-3030
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
3.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
18585 Dixonville Road
Roseburg, OR 97470
(541) 679-4964
Roseburg, OR 97470
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(541) 679-4964
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(541) 679-4964
308.5 miles
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18585 Dixonville Road
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(541) 679-4964
Roseburg, OR 97470
(541) 679-4964
308.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 158 students Avg. class size: 10 students Sports: 5
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Rogers Adventist School ![Rogers Adventist School Photo - Rogers Adventist School]( "Rogers Adventist School Photo - Rogers Adventist School")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
200 SW Academy Way
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 529-1850
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 529-1850
0.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 338 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Liberty Christian School
(Christian)
3172 Peppers Bridge Rd
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 141 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Desales Catholic High School
(Catholic)
919 E Sumach St
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
3.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies ![St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo]( "St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo")
(Greek Orthodox)
2346 S Wilbur Ave
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-9380
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-9380
4.5 miles
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53565 W. Crockett Rd
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
(541) 938-7131
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
(541) 938-7131
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Rogers Adventist School ![Rogers Adventist School Photo - Rogers Adventist School]( "Rogers Adventist School Photo - Rogers Adventist School")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
200 SW Academy Way
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 529-1850
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 529-1850
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Gr: K-12 | 338 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Liberty Christian School
(Christian)
3172 Peppers Bridge Rd
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 141 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Desales Catholic High School
(Catholic)
919 E Sumach St
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
3.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 81 students Avg. class size: 15 students Acceptance rate listed
St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies ![St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo]( "St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo")
(Greek Orthodox)
2346 S Wilbur Ave
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-9380
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-9380
4.5 miles
Gr: K-9 | 50 students Tuition listed
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900 S. Dayton
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(509) 582-4142
Kennewick, WA 99336
(509) 582-4142
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Gr: 5-9 | 8 students
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Rogers Adventist School ![Rogers Adventist School Photo - Rogers Adventist School]( "Rogers Adventist School Photo - Rogers Adventist School")
(Seventh Day Adventist)
200 SW Academy Way
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 529-1850
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 529-1850
0.1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 338 students Avg. class size: 22 students Sports: 6 Tuition listed
Liberty Christian School
(Christian)
3172 Peppers Bridge Rd
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 141 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies ![St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo]( "St. Basil Academy Of Classical Studies Photo")
(Greek Orthodox)
2346 S Wilbur Ave
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-9380
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-9380
4.5 miles
Gr: K-9 | 50 students Tuition listed
53565 W. Crockett Rd
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
(541) 938-7131
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
(541) 938-7131
5.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 62 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Assumption School
(Catholic)
2066 E Alder St
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 200 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Liberty Christian School
(Christian)
3172 Peppers Bridge Rd
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-5082
1.5 miles
Gr: PK-10 | 141 students Avg. class size: 13 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
53565 W. Crockett Rd
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
(541) 938-7131
Milton Freewater, OR 97862
(541) 938-7131
5.1 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 62 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Assumption School
(Catholic)
2066 E Alder St
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-3030
5.2 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 200 students
St. Patrick Catholic School ![St. Patrick Catholic School Photo - Father Tuckerman sharing with our school about his vocation.]( "St. Patrick Catholic School Photo - Father Tuckerman sharing with our school about his vocation.")
(Catholic)
1016 N 14th Ave
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(253) 272-2297
Pasco, WA 99301
(253) 272-2297
36.3 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 293 students Sports: 5 | Extracurrculars: 2 Tuition listed
St. Patrick's Catholic School
(Catholic)
1320 W Henry St
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 515-9323
Pasco, WA 99301
(509) 515-9323
36.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 147 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 50% | Reading: 48%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
31 Se Ash Street
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-5110
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-5110
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 698 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1755 S. College Avenue
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-4827
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 525-4827
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 486 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Alternative School
1755 S College Avenue
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-4827
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-4827
1.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 13 students Minority enrollment: 85%
(Math: 26% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1775 South College Avenue
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-5300
College Place, WA 99324
(509) 525-5300
1.3 miles
Gr: 6-8 | 334 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
1150 W Chestnut St
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 527-3066
Walla Walla, WA 99362
(509) 527-3066
2.3 miles
Gr: PK
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