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#129 of 131 private schools in MS

Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health

High School

8135 GOODMAN RD, Olive Branch, MS 38654

Private

Enrollment

37

Student-Teacher

18.5:1

Score

4.0

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Mississippi private schools

#129 of 131

In Olive Branch

#3 of 3

public schools

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Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health

4.0/10

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

Olive Branch Intermediate School

4.3/10

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4.1/10

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About Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health

Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health is a private high school in Olive Branch, MS. Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health serves approximately 37 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 18.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10 and ranks #129 of 131 private schools in MS.

How it compares2.0 pts below MS schools
  • This school 4.0 · Below Average
  • MS avg 6.0

What Parents Should Know

At 37 students, Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health 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.

Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health 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 Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Olive Branch, MS

Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
37
This School
vs
980
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
4.0
This School
vs
5.4
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 54.1% vs 0%
Black 27% vs 0%
Hispanic 8.1% vs 0%
Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health Olive Branch Public Avg

Nearby High Schools

School Rating
Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health (this school) 4.0
OLIVE BRANCH MIDDLE 4.1
OLIVE BRANCH HIGH SCHOOL 5.9
CENTER HILL MIDDLE 4.5
CENTER HILL HIGH SCHOOL 6.0
LEWISBURG HIGH SCHOOL 6.3

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 MS.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
C- 1.8 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 18.5:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.4 / 10
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School Day Length 6 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,080
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A+ 9.7 / 10
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Diversity Index 62%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C- 2.2 / 10
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Enrollment 37
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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 MS

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 54.1%
Black 27.0%
Two or More 10.8%
Hispanic 8.1%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

8135 GOODMAN RD, Olive Branch, MS 38654

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health may also want to explore other high schools in the area. OLIVE BRANCH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Southwind High (rated 3.4/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Memphis), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Kirby High (rated 2.8/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Memphis), a more accessible option. For more schools in Olive Branch, see our Olive Branch schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.2 mi
School Distance Rating
OLIVE BRANCH INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Olive Branch 0.8 mi 4.3
OLIVE BRANCH MIDDLE Olive Branch 1.3 mi 4.1
OLIVE BRANCH HIGH SCHOOL Olive Branch 1.5 mi 5.9
CHICKASAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olive Branch 1.5 mi 4.7
OLIVE BRANCH ELEM Olive Branch 1.5 mi 6.4
Highland Oaks Middle Memphis 3.2 mi 4.6
PLEASANT HILL ELEMENTARY Olive Branch 3.2 mi 6.3
Highland Oaks Elementary Memphis 3.6 mi 6.5
Ross Elementary Memphis 3.9 mi 6.7
DESOTO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olive Branch 3.7 mi 5.5
Crump Elementary Memphis 4.9 mi 4.7
CROSS CREEK CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Olive Branch 4.0 mi 8.1
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Elementary School Memphis 4.9 mi 9.0
Memphis Business Academy Hickory Hill Middle School Memphis 4.9 mi 4.5
NORTHSTAR ACADEMY Southaven 4.3 mi 3.4
Memphis School of Excellence Elementary Memphis 5.1 mi 3.4
Kirby Middle School Memphis 5.3 mi 4.2
Bluff City High School Memphis 5.4 mi 2.0
Kirby High Memphis 5.4 mi 2.8
Southwind High Memphis 5.2 mi 3.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 38654 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$99,481

Median Home Value

$284,400

Median Rent

$1,570/mo

Population

57,334

College Educated

32.2%

Homeownership

85.1%

Avg Commute

24.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.7%

Median Age

38.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health

What grades does Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health serve?

Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health?

Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health has an enrollment of approximately 37 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health?

The student-teacher ratio at Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health is 18.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health rank in MS?

Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health ranks #129 of 131 private schools in MS.

What is Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health's MySchoolScout rating?

Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health a private school?

Yes, Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health 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 Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health a religious school?

No, Park Academy School-parkwood Behavioral Health is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
31 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
37
Gender Split
70% M / 30% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
6 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
DeSoto County

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