Our Vision A place to reason together, grow in Christ and become thinkers and not mere reflectors of others thoughts.
Nestled on 260 acres in South King County, this nearly 100-year old co-ed Christian academy has a vibrant heritage of excellence in academics that is built on high Christian values.
Auburn Adventist Academy is faith inclusive and culturally diverse.
Our faculty and staff encourage each child to reach his or her fullest potential with a strong emphasis on college readiness.We value the opportunities available for our students.
In addition to our strong core classes, Auburn Adventist Academy offers auto mechanics, woodworking, video production, aviation ground school and many other electives. Auburn Adventist Academy is accredited with the Association of Seventh-day Adventist Secondary Schools and Colleges, the National Council for Private School Accreditation, the Northwest Accreditation Commission and is approved by the Washington State Superintendent of Instruction.Auburn Adventist Academy strives for academic excellence.
Over 90% of our graduates continuing on to colleges or universities and we have a proven system to teach and inspire students to achieve their educational goals and aspirations.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Yearly Tuition: $13,000
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 25 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
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Top Rankings
Auburn Adventist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
ACT Score
Advanced Degrees
Sports offered
School History
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1919
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
235 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
45%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
85%
Average Class Size
25 students
Number of AP Courses
2 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP Calculus, AP Spanish
Average SAT score
1134
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
34
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$13,000
Tuition Notes
We have a variety of scholarships available, mostly need based.
% on Financial Aid
85%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$2,000
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Gina Hubin
Admissions Associate
Gina Hubin
Sports
Total Sports Offered
12 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
10 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Piano, Vespers
Club or Organization:
Associated Student Body, Class Officers, History Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Sylvan Chorale
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Aquatics, Intramurals
Club or Organization:
Associated Student Body, Class Officers, History Club, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs:
Art, Sylvan Chorale
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Aquatics, Intramurals
School Notes
- Think learning starts and ends in classes Think again! At Auburn, we believe you'll achieve your greatest success in life by being a well-rounded person. Want to perfect your extreme sports skills? Join us in the winter for snowboarding or skiing classes. Become a lifeguard. Take digital video editing. Learn to cook foods from other countries. Take a hike on Mt. Rainier. Run at our track meet. Grow closer to God. Does music interest you? Take private music lessons. Go on a mission trip to help people in need. Take a History trip to see all the old Civil War sites. Auburn students are active. Classes. Worships. Sports events. Community outreach. School spirit weeks. Banquets. Beyond dormitory and campus activities, the Pacific Northwest is full of things to do. There are many ways to learn. At Auburn, we help you explore more of them!
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Auburn Adventist Academy cost?
Auburn Adventist Academy's tuition is approximately $13,000 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Auburn Adventist Academy?
The acceptance rate of Auburn Adventist Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 86%.
What sports does Auburn Adventist Academy offer?
Auburn Adventist Academy offers 12 interscholastic sports: Alpine Skiing, Baseball, Basketball, Climbing, Cross Country, Flag Football, Snowboarding, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball and Weightlifting. Auburn Adventist Academy is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in Washington for most sports offered.
What is Auburn Adventist Academy's ranking?
Auburn Adventist Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Highest average ACT score, Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Most sports offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Auburn Adventist Academy?
The application deadline for Auburn Adventist Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 3/5/2020
This Christian high school has a long history of providing a quality Christian education with a college preparatory emphasis. Multiple generations have attended and Auburn Academy continues to hold it's standards high with a commitment to God, students and their families. Being a boarding and a day school, there is great diversity as there have always been students from around the world attend and continue currently. I like that my students are exposed to an important global perspective while living their faith in everyday student life.
5 9/20/2018
The academy has been such a blessing to me! I currently go here and I love the family oriented staff that teach me life lessons and how to be successful spirtually and academically... They have helped me above and beyond and I will never forget my experience!
5 8/5/2016
I loved my time at Auburn Adventist Academy! I learned lots of skills that prepared me for college, and my future in the work force! I loved that Auburn has a variety of programs to reach any type of student and excel their God given talents!
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