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#117 of 478 private schools in IN

Top 24% of private schools

Pierceton Woods Academy

High School

27 PEQUIGNOT DR, Pierceton, IN 46562

Private

Enrollment

32

Student-Teacher

8:1

Score

7.7

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

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#117 of 478

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Pierceton Woods Academy

7.7/10

High School in Pierceton · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Pierceton Elementary School

5.3/10

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7.2/10

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About Pierceton Woods Academy

Pierceton Woods Academy is a private high school in Pierceton, IN. Pierceton Woods Academy serves approximately 32 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Pierceton Woods Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #117 of 478 private schools in IN.

How it compares1.3 pts above IN schools
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • IN avg 6.4

What Parents Should Know

At 32 students, Pierceton Woods 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 8:1 students to teachers, Pierceton Woods Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Pierceton Woods 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 Pierceton Woods Academy compares to the 1 public school in Pierceton, IN

Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
This School
vs
14.2:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
32
This School
vs
354
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.7
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 68.8% vs 0%
Black 15.6% vs 0%
Hispanic 6.2% vs 0%
Pierceton Woods Academy Pierceton Public Avg

All Schools in Pierceton

School Rating
Pierceton Woods Academy (this school) 7.7
Pierceton Elementary School 5.3

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 IN.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A 9.3 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
A+ 9.8 / 10
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School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,495
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.3 / 10
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Diversity Index 46%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 1.7 / 10
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Enrollment 32
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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 IN

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 68.8%
Black 15.6%
Hispanic 6.2%
Two or More 6.2%
Native American 3.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

27 PEQUIGNOT DR, Pierceton, IN 46562

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Pierceton Woods Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Warsaw Community High School (rated 7.7/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Warsaw), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Whitko Jr/Sr High School (rated 5.9/10, 8.9 miles away, in nearby South Whitley), a more accessible option. For more schools in Pierceton, see our Pierceton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 10.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Pierceton Elementary School Pierceton 1.1 mi 5.3
North Webster Elementary School North Webster 7.9 mi 7.2
Jefferson Elementary School Winona Lake 6.6 mi 6.0
CLEVELAND AMISH SCHOOL South Whitley 8.0 mi
Whitko Jr/Sr High School South Whitley 8.9 mi 5.9
South Whitley Elementary School South Whitley 9.0 mi 7.5
Harrison Elementary School Warsaw 7.6 mi 8.0
SACRED HEART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warsaw 7.5 mi 6.3
Lincoln Elementary School Warsaw 7.7 mi 6.8
Lakeview Middle School Warsaw 8.1 mi 7.9
Eisenhower Elementary School Warsaw 8.2 mi 8.6
LAKELAND CHRISTIAN ACADEMY, ELEMENTARY Warsaw 8.7 mi 6.1
Washington Elementary School Warsaw 8.9 mi 7.7
Wawasee Middle School Syracuse 12.0 mi 5.0
Edgewood Middle School Warsaw 9.1 mi 8.3
Warsaw Community High School Warsaw 9.1 mi 7.7
COUNTRY MEADOW South Whitley 12.6 mi 3.3
Madison Elementary School Warsaw 10.6 mi 7.8
Leesburg Elementary School Leesburg 11.4 mi 6.8
Claypool Elementary School Claypool 10.8 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 46562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$61,599

Median Home Value

$185,900

Median Rent

$795/mo

Population

5,118

College Educated

13.6%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

21.2 min

Poverty Rate

18.6%

Median Age

41

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Pierceton Woods Academy

What grades does Pierceton Woods Academy serve?

Pierceton Woods Academy serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Pierceton Woods Academy?

Pierceton Woods Academy has an enrollment of approximately 32 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Pierceton Woods Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Pierceton Woods Academy is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Pierceton Woods Academy rank in IN?

Pierceton Woods Academy ranks #117 of 478 private schools in IN.

What is Pierceton Woods Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Pierceton Woods Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Pierceton Woods Academy a private school?

Yes, Pierceton Woods Academy is a private all-boys 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 Pierceton Woods Academy a religious school?

No, Pierceton Woods Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
32
Gender Split
100% M / 0% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
Teachers (FTE)
4
Type
private
Coed Status
all-boys
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
230 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Kosciusko County

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