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#134 of 207 private schools in AL

Wilcox Academy

School

1 EARL ST, Camden, AL 36726

Private

Enrollment

194

Student-Teacher

9.2:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Alabama private schools

#134 of 207

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Wilcox Academy

5.9/10

School in Camden · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Camden School of Arts Technology

5.6/10

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Wilcox Central High School

5.1/10

1.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Wilcox Academy

Wilcox Academy is a private school in Camden, AL. Wilcox Academy serves approximately 194 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 9.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Wilcox Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #134 of 207 private schools in AL.

How it compares0.5 pts below AL schools
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • AL avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 194 students, Wilcox Academy is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.2:1 students to teachers, Wilcox Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Wilcox Academy is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Wilcox Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Camden, AL

Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
This School
vs
15.9:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
194
This School
vs
297
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
5.9
This School
vs
6.0
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 97.9% vs 0%
Black 1% vs 0%
Hispanic 0.5% vs 0%
Asian 0.5% vs 0%
Wilcox Academy Camden Public Avg

All Schools in Camden

School Rating
Wilcox Academy (this school) 5.9
Camden School Of Arts Technology 5.6
Wilcox Central High School 5.1
J E Hobbs Elementary School 7.4

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in AL.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
B+ 7.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C+ 4.3 / 10
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School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,225
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C 3.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 4%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
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Enrollment 194
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in AL

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 97.9%
Black 1.0%
Hispanic 0.5%
Asian 0.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

1 EARL ST, Camden, AL 36726

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wilcox Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. Amelia L Johnson High School (rated 8.2/10, 27.0 miles away, in nearby Thomaston), which scores notably higher. Another option is J F Shields High School (rated 7.2/10, 19.7 miles away, in nearby Beatrice), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MEADOWVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 31.2 miles away, in nearby Selma), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Camden, see our Camden schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 31.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Camden School Of Arts Technology Camden 0.9 mi 5.6
Wilcox Central High School Camden 1.0 mi 5.1
J E Hobbs Elementary School Camden 1.3 mi 7.4
CAMDEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Camden 1.4 mi
ABC Elementary Alberta 13.7 mi 7.2
F S Ervin Elementary School Pine Hill 17.0 mi 6.3
J F Shields High School Beatrice 19.7 mi 7.2
Monroe Intermediate School Lower Peach Tree 19.1 mi 4.6
Keith MiddleHigh School Orrville 20.4 mi 6.1
Salem Elementary School Orrville 24.1 mi 8.2
Amelia L Johnson High School Thomaston 27.0 mi 8.2
Thomasville Elementary School Thomasville 26.3 mi 7.7
Thomasville High School Thomasville 26.5 mi 5.6
Thomasville Middle School Thomasville 26.5 mi 7.7
JOHN T MORGAN ACADEMY Selma 29.9 mi 4.8
Meadowview Elementary School Selma 30.9 mi 7.2
Tipton Durant Middle School Selma 30.5 mi 3.3
MEADOWVIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Selma 31.2 mi 6.4
Monroeville Middle School Monroeville 33.1 mi 4.0
Bruce K Craig Elementary School Selma 31.0 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 36726 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$41,146

Median Home Value

$107,300

Median Rent

$937/mo

Population

4,561

College Educated

16%

Homeownership

76.8%

Avg Commute

28 min

Poverty Rate

28%

Median Age

45.1

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CRENSHAW CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Luverne, AL 5.9
THE OAKS SCHOOL Opelika, AL 5.9
EASTWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Montgomery, AL 6.0
East Franklin Junior High School Phil Campbell, AL 5.8
SOUTH BALDWIN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulf Shores, AL 5.8
ABBEVILLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Abbeville, AL 5.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wilcox Academy

What grades does Wilcox Academy serve?

Wilcox Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.

How many students attend Wilcox Academy?

Wilcox Academy has an enrollment of approximately 194 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wilcox Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Wilcox Academy is 9.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Wilcox Academy rank in AL?

Wilcox Academy ranks #134 of 207 private schools in AL.

What is Wilcox Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Wilcox Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Wilcox Academy a private school?

Yes, Wilcox Academy is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Wilcox Academy a religious school?

Wilcox Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
194
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
175 days
Setting
Remote Rural
County
Wilcox County

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