Excellent
#6 of 157 private schools in IA
Top 3% of private schools
Woodward Academy
High School
1251 334TH ST, Woodward, IA 50276
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
113
Student-Teacher
9.4:1
Score
8.4
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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#6 of 157
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About Woodward Academy
Woodward Academy is a private high school in Woodward, IA. Woodward Academy serves approximately 113 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodward Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 157 private schools in IA.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- IA avg 6.0
What Parents Should Know
At 113 students, Woodward 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 9.4:1 students to teachers, Woodward Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Woodward 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
BetaHow Woodward Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Woodward, IA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Woodward
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Woodward Academy (this school) | 8.4 |
| Woodward Academy | 3.2 |
| Woodward-Granger High School | 7.1 |
| Woodward-Granger Middle School | 6.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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 IA.
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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 IA
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1251 334TH ST, Woodward, IA 50276
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodward Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Woodward-Granger High School (rated 7.1/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is Madrid High School (rated 5.3/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Madrid), a more accessible option. Additionally, Perry High School (rated 5.0/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Perry), a more accessible option. For more schools in Woodward, see our Woodward schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Woodward Academy Woodward | 0.0 mi | 3.2 |
| Woodward-Granger Middle School Woodward | 1.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Woodward-Granger High School Woodward | 1.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Madrid Elementary Preschool Madrid | 4.8 mi | — |
| Madrid Elementary School Madrid | 4.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Madrid High School Madrid | 5.3 mi | 5.3 |
| Madrid Junior High School Madrid | 5.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Woodward-Granger Early Learning Center Granger | 9.1 mi | 5.0 |
| Woodward-Granger Elementary School Granger | 9.1 mi | 8.4 |
| Perry High School Perry | 8.8 mi | 5.0 |
| Perry Middle School Perry | 8.8 mi | 7.8 |
| DALLAS CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Dallas Center | 12.3 mi | — |
| Perry Elementary Perry | 9.4 mi | 8.4 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Perry | 9.8 mi | 7.6 |
| Boone Middle School Boone | 12.9 mi | 5.8 |
| Boone High School Boone | 13.2 mi | 4.9 |
| Dallas Center-Grimes Middle School Grimes | 13.4 mi | 7.6 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Boone | 13.6 mi | 5.8 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Boone | 13.6 mi | 6.8 |
| Dallas Center Elementary Grimes | 13.7 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 50276 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,682
Median Home Value
$243,400
Median Rent
$484/mo
Population
2,380
College Educated
17.4%
Homeownership
91%
Poverty Rate
5.2%
Median Age
42.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clarksville High School Clarksville, IA | 8.0 |
| Kee High School Lansing, IA | 7.8 |
| Stanton High School Stanton, IA | 7.6 |
| Kingsley-Pierson High School Kingsley, IA | 7.5 |
| Lynnville-Sully High School Sully, IA | 7.5 |
| Westside Junior-Senior High School Westside, IA | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodward Academy
What grades does Woodward Academy serve?
Woodward Academy serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Woodward Academy?
Woodward Academy has an enrollment of approximately 113 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodward Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodward Academy is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Woodward Academy rank in IA?
Woodward Academy ranks #6 of 157 private schools in IA.
What is Woodward Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodward Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Woodward Academy a private school?
Yes, Woodward Academy is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Woodward Academy a religious school?
No, Woodward Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 113
- Gender Split
- 87% M / 13% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 12
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 5.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 230 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Boone County
- Phone
- (515) 438-3481
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