Charles Wright Academy

Charles Wright Academy

Private Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
7723 Chambers Creek Rd W,  Tacoma, WA
4.2
3.6
578 Students
A+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Matt Culberson
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Average SAT Score
1330
Average ACT Score
32
Average GPA
3.62
Graduation Rate
100%
Annual Tuition
$36,300

Niche Grade

A+
Academics
A-
Teachers
A+
College Prep
A+
Resources/Facilities
B+
Clubs and Activities
B+
Sports
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.62
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers
69
Full Time Teachers
69
Part Time Teachers
0
Teachers in First or Second Year
26%
College Prep
Average SAT
1330
Math
670
Verbal
660
Average ACT
32
Math
31
English
33
Reading
33
Science
31
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
88%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Four-Year Matriculation Rate
100%
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating Details

Student Diversity

Male
55.3%
Female
44.7%
White
48.7%
Two or more races
18.1%
Asian
14.3%
Hispanic
11.8%
Black
5.4%
Native American
1.5%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#3 Best Private K12 Schools in Washington
#6 Best College Prep Private High Schools in Washington
#7 Most Diverse Private HS in Washington
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Washington 104 Students
University of California - Los Angeles 33 Students
New York University 31 Students
Stanford University 29 Students
Western Washington University 28 Students
University of California - Berkeley 27 Students
University of California - Santa Barbara 27 Students
Carnegie Mellon University 27 Students
Seattle University 25 Students
Brown University 25 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 48 Students
Psychology 43 Students
Biology 31 Students
Computer Science 24 Students
Economics 19 Students
Political Science and Government 18 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 17 Students
Finance 16 Students
English 15 Students
Marketing 11 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.2 58 Reviews
5.0 Senior
2/28/2024
I am a senior. I am really happy with all my teachers and the current Upper School director, Ms. Benson is the best. The food could use a bit of help and the homework load is a lot, but overall it's been a solid experience. They will make sure you do well no matter what and even though it gets stupid hard at some points, it's still a great place to be. Teachers really care about you and put the time in to make sure you are supported.
1.0 Senior
2/7/2024
Much has changed at CWA. What used to be a top school is now one of the worst. There is a revolving door for teachers, families and coaches. Athletics are weak and academics are declining. I had hoped to switch schools but have stuck it out to graduation. I hope things turn around soon here but I'm not holding my breath.
5.0 Parent
4/14/2023
As an alum, parent of two alums, and parent of a current student, Charles Wright has been a great fit for myself and my kids. Teachers who genuinely care, small class sizes, tight friend groups, loads of experiential and place based learning opportunities are just a few of the many aspects that make CWA a great school.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 75 Reviews
5.0 parent
5/26/2026
Our son Robbie has a deep interest in sharks, honestly, “obsession” might be the more accurate word, and his teachers didn’t just notice it, they embraced it. They created a sensory table in the classroom and thoughtfully filled one area with sharks with him in mind. When Robbie walked in and saw it...
5.0 parent
5/22/2026
My daughter is wrapping up 2 years in the Beginning School program. Our experience has exceeded all of our expectations. First, the teachers and administrators: We feel like we know each of them well, and that they really know us and our kid. We are one team in her education & growth. It was a tough...
5.0 parent
4/2/2026
We have had a wonderful experience at CWA over the past 6 years both in the Lower School and Beginning School divisions. Both divisions have leadership and teachers that amazing. Our children are prepared both socially and academically for their journeys ahead. This school has been a wonderful choic...
2.0 other
1/18/2026
This schools has a culture problem. The culture problem is not from the current or recent Heads of School who left in frustration, but because of the history of the school, the money that talks louder than ethical treatment of children and employees, and the way they look to blame someone instead of...

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Charles Wright Academy is a private school for students in grades Pre-K-12 located at 7723 Chambers Creek Rd W in Tacoma, in the University Place neighborhood. Annual tuition is $36,300. The school has a total enrollment of 578 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 8:1. Charles Wright Academy has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A+. The average GPA is 3.62, the graduation rate is 100%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1330 and an ACT score of 32. The average home value in this area is $739,437. Discover additional schools in the area, like Curtis Senior High School, Harrison Preparatory School, Heritage Christian School, and more. Learn more about what Tacoma has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Charles Wright Academy.

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