School Profile 2007-08

Mission
The mission of the Puget Sound Community School is to honor the uniqueness of students by trusting their natural abilities, respecting them as individuals, and providing them educational opportunities in which equal status is given to all pursuits. We invite the participation of all people regardless of race, gender, ability, or sexual orientation.

History
Puget Sound Community School was founded in September 1994 as a federally recognized 501(c)3 organization. It became a Washington state approved private school in January 2003.

Location
The school is located in the University Heights Community Center, at the intersection of NE 50th Street and University Way NE in the University District.

Grades
8-12. Click here to learn more about our exciting plans to enroll 6th & 7th graders next year.

Enrollment
26 (13 male, 13 female). Students come from the greater Seattle area.

Staff
Six total, of which four are teaching staff. 

Student/Teaching Staff Ratio
7:1

Students of Color
27%

Financial Aid
22% of students receive financial aid.

Graduation Credentials Offered
PSCS Certificate of Completion
Washington State High School Diploma (based on competence and/or credit hours)

Tuition & Fees 2007-08
Tuition: $11,750
Additional fees depend on individual student activities and on average amount to $250.

Volunteers
28 (including 16 teaching facilitators)

Annual Events
Orientation Week Retreat
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Trip
Backpacking Trip
Comedy Night
Intensive Weeks
School Play
Student Showcase
Potlucks
Graduation

Student Board Members
2 (1 female, 1 male)

This information updated as of August 30, 2007.