Enrollment
453
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$51,030
Application fee
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Middle school2026-27 | Middle School (Grades 6 - 8) | $49,645 | — |
| High school2026-27 | Upper School (Grades 9 - 12) | $51,030 | — |
Head of school
Raymond Wilson
Head of School
Raymond Wilson, M.Ed., leads The Northwest School community, which he describes as a place of warmth, energy, and purpose. He is dedicated to fostering creative thinking, exploration, and a supportive environment for students, faculty, and families.
Curriculum & special classes
The Northwest School offers a vibrant interdisciplinary curriculum for grades 6 through 12, grounded in the liberal arts. It blends rigorous college preparation with the arts, outdoor education, and global perspectives, encouraging critical thinking and exploration.
Financial aid
The school provides financial aid and scholarships to help families meet tuition costs, with decisions separate from admissions. The Northwest Experience Fund covers all additional fees for families receiving financial aid, ensuring full participation in school life.
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Admissions
The Northwest School utilizes a purposeful and holistic admissions process, reviewing all application components to get to know each student and family. Applications are completed through the Aryval platform or the Standard Application Online (SAO).
Apply by
January 14, 2027 (for the 2027-2028 school year); Rolling admissions for applications submitted after this date or for select grades/mid-year transfers for 2026-2027.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
Not listed
What they ask for: Application for Admission Form, non-refundable application fee, interviews (optional for MS parents/9th grade students, required for non-traditional entry grades 7, 8, 10, 11, 12), official school transcripts for current and two previous school years, two teacher evaluations, one school administrator report, student essay, student interests & activities, parent/guardian statement. Standardized test scores (SSAT, ISEE, MAP, etc.) are optional, but English proficiency scores (Duolingo, TOEFL, IELTS) are required for international non-native English speakers.
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