St. Thomas School

St. Thomas School (STS) is a private, independent day school located in Medina, Washington, serving students from preschool through 8th grade. Established in 1951, STS has a longstanding tradition of providing a rigorous and nurturing educational environment.

Academic Programs

The school offers a comprehensive curriculum that emphasizes academic excellence, character development, and global leadership. With an average class size of 16-20 students and a student-teacher ratio of 7:1, STS ensures personalized attention for each student.

The faculty comprises 54 members, with 71% holding advanced degrees.

Campus and Facilities

STS's state-of-the-art campus reflects its commitment to innovation and excellence. The facilities include a science lab, technology center, theater, library, gymnasium, music room, and community plazas.

Outdoor features encompass a spring garden, bio-swale, rooftop garden, athletic fields, and playgrounds suitable for all ages.

Athletics and Extracurricular Activities

The school's athletics program promotes physical, mental, and emotional well-being, fostering a sense of belonging and school spirit.

Sports offered include:

• Soccer
• Cross-country
• Basketball
• Volleyball
• Ultimate frisbee
• Track & field

Extracurricular activities such as chess, cooking classes, robotics, and yearbook are also available.

Sustainability Initiatives

STS is committed to sustainability, with its campus being LEED Gold Certified—the first in Washington State to receive this certification under the LEED for Schools Rating System.

The school also holds an Energy Star design rating, indicating 30% less energy usage than typical schools of its size, and has been certified as a Washington Area Green School.

Leadership

In July 2025, Peter Lutkoski became the fifth head of school at STS. With over two decades of experience in independent school education and administration, Mr. Lutkoski previously served as the middle school principal at the American School in London.

Locations

St. Thomas School is situated at:

• 8300 NE 12th Street, Medina, WA 98039, USA