Very Good
#14 of 131 private schools in MS
Top 10% of private schools
Woodlawn Preparatory School
School
1452 HWY 98 E, Columbia, MS 39429
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
77
Student-Teacher
6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
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About Woodlawn Preparatory School
Woodlawn Preparatory School is a private school in Columbia, MS. Woodlawn Preparatory School serves approximately 77 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 6:1 student-teacher ratio. Woodlawn Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #14 of 131 private schools in MS.
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- MS avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 77 students, Woodlawn Preparatory School 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 6:1 students to teachers, Woodlawn Preparatory School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Woodlawn Preparatory School 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 Woodlawn Preparatory School compares to 6 public schools serving similar grades in Columbia, MS
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Woodlawn Preparatory School (this school) | 7.9 |
| COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL | 6.3 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5.8 |
| COLUMBIA PRIMARY SCHOOL | 3.9 |
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 8.5 |
| EAST MARION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | 6.9 |
| EAST MARION HIGH SCHOOL | 5.8 |
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 MS.
Data Unavailable
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1452 HWY 98 E, Columbia, MS 39429
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Woodlawn Preparatory School may also want to explore other schools in the area. WEST MARION PRIMARY SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Foxworth), which scores notably higher. Another option is BAXTERVILLE SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 16.3 miles away, in nearby Lumberton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Columbia, see our Columbia schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL Columbia | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Columbia | 2.6 mi | 5.8 |
| COLUMBIA PRIMARY SCHOOL Columbia | 2.6 mi | 3.9 |
| COLUMBIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbia | 2.7 mi | 8.5 |
| EAST MARION HIGH SCHOOL Columbia | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| EAST MARION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Columbia | 3.0 mi | 6.9 |
| WEST MARION PRIMARY SCHOOL Foxworth | 4.9 mi | 9.0 |
| WEST MARION ELEMENTARY Foxworth | 5.5 mi | 7.2 |
| WEST MARION HIGH SCHOOL Foxworth | 5.5 mi | 7.1 |
| NEW HOPE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Foxworth | 10.0 mi | 4.0 |
| JDC HIGH SCHOOL Bassfield | 17.0 mi | 5.7 |
| CARVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bassfield | 17.4 mi | 6.0 |
| BAXTERVILLE SCHOOL Lumberton | 16.3 mi | 8.6 |
| DEXTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Tylertown | 17.4 mi | 8.1 |
| Wesley Ray Elementary School Angie | 19.5 mi | 5.3 |
| SUMRALL BAPTIST KINDERGARTEN Sumrall | 18.4 mi | — |
| SUMRALL HIGH SCHOOL Sumrall | 18.4 mi | 7.2 |
| SUMRALL MIDDLE SCHOOL Sumrall | 18.5 mi | 7.8 |
| BENEDICT DAY SCHOOL Sumrall | 18.7 mi | 6.6 |
| SUMRALL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sumrall | 19.5 mi | 8.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 39429 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,953
Median Home Value
$133,700
Median Rent
$585/mo
Population
16,583
College Educated
13.3%
Homeownership
76%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
40.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TEMPLE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Gulfport, MS | 7.9 |
| TUPELO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Tupelo, MS | 8.0 |
| MT SALUS CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Clinton, MS | 8.2 |
| GRACE BAPTIST ACADEMY Ocean Springs, MS | 7.3 |
| MAGNOLIA SPEECH SCHOOL Jackson, MS | 8.6 |
| THE PENTECOSTAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Meridian, MS | 7.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Woodlawn Preparatory School
What grades does Woodlawn Preparatory School serve?
Woodlawn Preparatory School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Woodlawn Preparatory School?
Woodlawn Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 77 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Woodlawn Preparatory School is 6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Woodlawn Preparatory School rank in MS?
Woodlawn Preparatory School ranks #14 of 131 private schools in MS.
What is Woodlawn Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Woodlawn Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Woodlawn Preparatory School a private school?
Yes, Woodlawn Preparatory School is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Woodlawn Preparatory School a religious school?
Woodlawn Preparatory School has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 77
- Gender Split
- 49% M / 51% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 13
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 8.1 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Marion County
- Phone
- (601) 736-4122
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