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#507 of 873 private schools in PA
Southwood School
School
342 LINDEN CREEK RD, Canonsburg, PA 15317
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
49
Student-Teacher
7:1
Score
6.3
Grades
2nd – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Pennsylvania private schools
#507 of 873
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Southwood School
School in Canonsburg · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Southwood School
Southwood School is a private school in Canonsburg, PA. Southwood School serves approximately 49 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 7:1 student-teacher ratio. Southwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #507 of 873 private schools in PA.
- This school 6.3 · Average
- PA avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 49 students, Southwood 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 7:1 students to teachers, Southwood School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Southwood 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 Southwood School compares to 7 public schools serving similar grades in Canonsburg, PA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Southwood School (this school) | 6.3 |
| Borland Manor El Sch | 7.8 |
| North Strabane Intrmd Sch | 7.0 |
| South Central El | 6.3 |
| Canon-McMillan MS | 6.5 |
| Canon-McMillan SHS | 7.6 |
| Hills-Hendersonville El Sch | 7.7 |
| Western Area CTC (of Washington County) | — |
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 PA.
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 PA
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
342 LINDEN CREEK RD, Canonsburg, PA 15317
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Southwood School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Boyce MS (rated 9.3/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Pittsburgh), which scores notably higher. Another option is Peters Twp MS (rated 8.9/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Mcmurray), which scores notably higher. Additionally, McMurray El Sch (rated 8.8/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Mcmurray), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Canonsburg, see our Canonsburg schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pleasant Valley El Sch Mcmurray | 2.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Borland Manor El Sch Canonsburg | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| North Strabane Intrmd Sch Canonsburg | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| Peters Twp MS Mcmurray | 2.1 mi | 8.9 |
| Wylandville El Sch Eighty Four | 2.5 mi | 7.6 |
| South Central El Canonsburg | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| KINDER CARE LEARNING CENTER Mcmurray | 3.1 mi | — |
| KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Mcmurray | 3.2 mi | — |
| Peters Twp HS Mcmurray | 3.0 mi | 8.6 |
| Canon-McMillan MS Canonsburg | 2.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Canon-McMillan SHS Canonsburg | 2.9 mi | 7.6 |
| Hills-Hendersonville El Sch Canonsburg | 4.5 mi | 7.7 |
| McMurray El Sch Mcmurray | 4.2 mi | 8.8 |
| Muse El Sch Muse | 4.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Chartiers-Houston JSHS Houston | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Bower Hill El Sch Venetia | 4.1 mi | 8.5 |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 4.2 mi | 6.6 |
| Boyce MS Pittsburgh | 5.6 mi | 9.3 |
| Allison Park El Sch Houston | 4.6 mi | 7.7 |
| Trinity East El Sch Washington | 5.3 mi | 8.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 15317 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$107,962
Median Home Value
$329,600
Median Rent
$1,180/mo
Population
43,813
College Educated
52%
Homeownership
80.6%
Avg Commute
26.5 min
Poverty Rate
4%
Median Age
40.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Southwood School
What grades does Southwood School serve?
Southwood School serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.
How many students attend Southwood School?
Southwood School has an enrollment of approximately 49 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Southwood School?
The student-teacher ratio at Southwood School is 7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Southwood School rank in PA?
Southwood School ranks #507 of 873 private schools in PA.
What is Southwood School's MySchoolScout rating?
Southwood School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Southwood School a private school?
Yes, Southwood School 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 Southwood School a religious school?
No, Southwood School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 2nd – 12th
- Enrollment
- 49
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Washington County
- Phone
- (724) 338-4200
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