Gonzaga Preparatory School serves 794 students in grades 9-12, is a member of the Jesuit Secondary Education Association (JSEA), the National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of Gonzaga Preparatory School is 13:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Catholic.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked WA School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 794 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
Gonzaga Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Student Body
Total Students
794 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
21%
State avg.: 29%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gonzaga Preparatory School's ranking?
Gonzaga Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Washington for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Gonzaga Preparatory School?
The application deadline for Gonzaga Preparatory School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Gonzaga Preparatory School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of Spring Sports (School Calendar)
March 03, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School (School Calendar)
April 07, 2025 (Monday)
Last Day of School (School Calendar)
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
5 11/21/2022
Sending our kids to Gonzaga Prep has been the best education decision we have ever made. The school provides a deep sense of community, the teachers are engaging, and the volleyball and golf programs are reputable.
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