Excellent
#38 of 883 private schools in TX
Top 4% of private schools
Incarnate Word Academy
High School
609 CRAWFORD ST, Houston, TX 77002
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
311
Student-Teacher
8.1:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#38 of 883
In Houston
#5 of 104
public schools
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About Incarnate Word Academy
Incarnate Word Academy is a private high school in Houston, TX. Incarnate Word Academy serves approximately 311 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Incarnate Word Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #38 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Incarnate Word Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
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 153 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Incarnate Word Academy (this school) | 8.2 |
| KINDER H S FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS | 9.1 |
| SCHOOL FOR ACCELERATED LRN | — |
| HARRIS COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER | 5.9 |
| YELLOWSTONE COLLEGE PREPARATORY | 7.3 |
| H S FOR LAW AND JUSTICE | 8.6 |
| EAST EARLY COLLEGE H S | 8.4 |
| HOUSTON ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES | 7.9 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA | 8.8 |
| CARNEGIE VANGUARD H S | 8.5 |
| HCC LIFE SKILLS PROGRAM | 4.7 |
| NORTHSIDE H S | 4.8 |
| MICKEY LELAND COLLEGE PREP ACAD FOR YOUNG MEN | 5.6 |
| YOUNG WOMEN'S COLLEGE PREP ACADEMY | 7.4 |
| YES PREP - 5TH WARD | 6.6 |
| YATES H S | 3.7 |
| EASTWOOD ACADEMY | 8.9 |
| AUSTIN H S | 3.4 |
| COMMUNITY SERVICES-SEC | 2.5 |
| TEXANS CAN ACADEMY - HOUSTON NORTH | 3.0 |
| WHEATLEY H S | 5.3 |
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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 TX.
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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 TX
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
609 CRAWFORD ST, Houston, TX 77002
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Incarnate Word Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. KINDER H S FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS (rated 9.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, H S FOR LAW AND JUSTICE (rated 8.6/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SCHOOL FOR ACCELERATED LRN Houston | 0.2 mi | — |
| KINDER H S FOR PERFORMING AND VISUAL ARTS Houston | 0.2 mi | 9.1 |
| HARRIS COUNTY JUVENILE DETENTION CENTER Houston | 0.3 mi | 5.9 |
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE BIOTECH ACADEMY AT RUSK Houston | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| OUR LADY OF GUADALUPE SCHOOL Houston | 0.8 mi | 4.9 |
| A+ UNLIMITED POTENTIAL - UNIVERSITY Houston | 1.1 mi | 7.3 |
| ELEVATE COLLEGIATE Houston | 1.1 mi | 2.0 |
| YELLOWSTONE ACADEMY Houston | 1.3 mi | 5.3 |
| BRUCE EL Houston | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| YELLOWSTONE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.3 |
| H S FOR LAW AND JUSTICE Houston | 1.4 mi | 8.6 |
| HOUSTON ACADEMY FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Houston | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| SHERMAN EL Houston | 1.6 mi | 4.5 |
| EAST EARLY COLLEGE H S Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.4 |
| BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE ACADEMY AT RYAN Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.3 |
| LEONEL CASTILLO EARLY CHILDHOOD STEM ACADEMY Houston | 1.6 mi | 7.4 |
| SECONDARY DAEP Houston | 1.6 mi | 6.7 |
| KETELSEN EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE H S AT HCC FRAGA Houston | 1.5 mi | 8.8 |
| MARSHALL MIDDLE Houston | 1.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,436
Median Home Value
$286,100
Median Rent
$1,860/mo
Population
19,616
College Educated
36.7%
Homeownership
9.3%
Avg Commute
20.6 min
Poverty Rate
15.6%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Incarnate Word Academy
What grades does Incarnate Word Academy serve?
Incarnate Word Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Incarnate Word Academy?
Incarnate Word Academy has an enrollment of approximately 311 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Incarnate Word Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Incarnate Word Academy is 8.1:1. 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 TX?
Incarnate Word Academy ranks #38 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is Incarnate Word Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Incarnate Word Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 all-girls 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.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 311
- Gender Split
- 0% M / 100% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-girls
- Affiliation
- Roman Catholic
- School Day
- 7.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 227-3637
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