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Discovery School (Closed 2010)

323 S Grant Street
Spokane, WA 99202
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About the School

  • Students in preschool through sixth grade learn a rich variety of academic skills with an experienced, state-certified teaching staff.
  • Within small cluster groups, students are introduced to skills of deductive reasoning, brainstorming, time management, critical thinking, and problem solving.

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1984
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
105 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
14%
State avg.: 32%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
20%
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition for Preschool ranges from $1705 to $4239 depending on the number of days. Full day Pre-K through 6th grade tuition is $10000
% on Financial Aid
54%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$5,000
Acceptance Rate
70%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Karen Montague

School Notes

  • *Active, hands-on learning *Conceptual learning that leads to understanding along with acquisition of basic skills *Meaningful, relevant learning experiences *Interactive teaching and cooperative learning *A broad range of relevant content, integrated across traditional subject matter divisions
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Discovery School cost?
Discovery School's tuition is approximately $10,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Discovery School?
The acceptance rate of Discovery School is 70%, which is lower than the national average of 85%.
When is the application deadline for Discovery School?
The application deadline for Discovery School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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