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#318 of 713 private schools in OH
Top 45% of private schools
Incarnate Word Academy
Elementary School
6620 PEARL RD, Parma Heights, OH 44130
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
6.9
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Ohio private schools
#318 of 713
In Parma Heights
#2 of 2
public schools
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Incarnate Word Academy
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About Incarnate Word Academy
Incarnate Word Academy is a private elementary school in Parma Heights, OH. Incarnate Word Academy serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Incarnate Word Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #318 of 713 private schools in OH.
- This school 6.9 · Average
- OH avg 6.7
What Parents Should Know
Incarnate Word 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 Incarnate Word Academy compares to the 1 public school in Parma Heights, OH
Student Demographics
All Schools in Parma Heights
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Incarnate Word Academy (this school) | 6.9 |
| Valley Forge High School | 5.4 |
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 OH.
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 OH
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
6620 PEARL RD, Parma Heights, OH 44130
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Incarnate Word Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. AL IHSAN SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Parma), which scores notably higher. Another option is Big Creek Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Middleburg Hts), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Whitney Elementary School (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Strongsville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Parma Heights, see our Parma Heights schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Greenbriar Middle School Parma | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| AL IHSAN SCHOOL Parma | 1.0 mi | 8.3 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Parma | 1.5 mi | 7.7 |
| PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Parma | 1.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Summit Academy Community School-Parma Parma | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Huber Heights Preparatory Academy dba Parma Academy Parma | 1.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Berea-Midpark Middle School Middleburg Heights | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Valley Forge High School Parma Heights | 1.5 mi | 5.4 |
| First Step Preschool Parma | 1.9 mi | 5.7 |
| HOLY FAMILY SCHOOL Parma | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| THE ACADEMY OF ST BARTHOLOMEW Middleburg Heights | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| PARMA HEIGHTS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Parma Heights | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Pleasant Valley Elementary School Parma | 1.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Big Creek Elementary School Middleburg Hts | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Brook Park Elementary School Brook Park | 2.1 mi | 7.5 |
| Innovation Academy West Cleveland | 2.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Whitney Elementary School Strongsville | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| Constellation Schools: Parma Community Parma | 2.2 mi | 5.1 |
| West Park Academy Cleveland | 2.9 mi | 4.9 |
| BETHANY LUTHERAN SCHOOL Parma | 2.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 44130 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,099
Median Home Value
$184,900
Median Rent
$1,045/mo
Population
49,778
College Educated
28.1%
Homeownership
63.9%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.1%
Median Age
44.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Brantwood Elementary School Dayton, OH | 6.9 |
| Bremen Elementary School Bremen, OH | 6.9 |
| Britton Elementary School Hilliard, OH | 6.9 |
| Case Community Learning Center Akron, OH | 6.9 |
| Claymont Intermediate School Dennison, OH | 6.9 |
| David Smith Elementary School Delaware, OH | 6.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Incarnate Word Academy
What grades does Incarnate Word Academy serve?
Incarnate Word Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Incarnate Word Academy?
Incarnate Word Academy has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Incarnate Word Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Incarnate Word Academy is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Incarnate Word Academy rank in OH?
Incarnate Word Academy ranks #318 of 713 private schools in OH.
What is Incarnate Word Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Incarnate Word Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Incarnate Word Academy a private school?
Yes, Incarnate Word Academy is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Incarnate Word Academy a religious school?
Incarnate Word Academy has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 323
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 6.4 hours
- Days Per Year
- 175 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Cuyahoga County
- Phone
- (440) 842-6818
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