Average
#681 of 883 private schools in TX
School of the Woods
School
1321 WIRT RD, Houston, TX 77055
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
522
Student-Teacher
13.5:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Texas private schools
#681 of 883
In Houston
#82 of 104
public schools
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School of the Woods
School in Houston · grades Pre-K – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About School of the Woods
School of the Woods is a private school in Houston, TX. School of the Woods serves approximately 522 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. School of the Woods has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #681 of 883 private schools in TX.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- TX avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
School of the Woods 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 School of the Woods compares to 742 public schools serving similar grades in Houston, TX
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| School of the Woods (this school) | 5.3 |
| VALLEY OAKS EL | 9.1 |
| TREASURE FOREST EL | 4.4 |
| HOUSMAN EL | 5.6 |
| RIDGECREST EL | 7.8 |
| HUNTERS CREEK EL | 8.4 |
| THE BEAR BLVD SCHOOL | 3.6 |
| LANDRUM MIDDLE | 4.7 |
| THE LION LANE SCHOOL | 3.8 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY | 9.6 |
| CEDAR BROOK EL | 7.8 |
| SPRING BRANCH EL | 7.6 |
| SOAR CTR | 4.4 |
| SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE | 8.3 |
| MEMORIAL DRIVE EL | 9.0 |
| WAINWRIGHT EL | 6.0 |
| EDGEWOOD EL | 5.5 |
| BENBROOK EL | 5.5 |
| MEMORIAL H S | 8.1 |
| THE PANDA PATH SCHOOL | 3.7 |
| HOLLIBROOK EL | 7.8 |
Showing 20 of 742 schools. View all schools in Houston
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
1321 WIRT RD, Houston, TX 77055
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering School of the Woods may also want to explore other schools in the area. DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART (rated 7.8/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 5.2/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, SOAR CTR (rated 4.4/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Houston, see our Houston schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| VALLEY OAKS EL Houston | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| THE REGIS SCHOOL OF THE SACRED HEART Houston | 0.6 mi | 8.3 |
| ST MARK LUTHERAN SCHOOL Houston | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| TREASURE FOREST EL Houston | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| DUCHESNE ACADEMY OF THE SACRED HEART Houston | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HOUSMAN EL Houston | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| RIDGECREST EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 7.8 |
| HUNTERS CREEK EL Houston | 1.3 mi | 8.4 |
| LANDRUM MIDDLE Houston | 1.5 mi | 4.7 |
| THE LION LANE SCHOOL Houston | 1.5 mi | 3.8 |
| THE BEAR BLVD SCHOOL Houston | 1.4 mi | 3.6 |
| CEDAR BROOK EL Houston | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| CORNERSTONE ACADEMY Houston | 1.6 mi | 9.6 |
| MEMORIAL HALL SCHOOL Houston | 1.7 mi | — |
| CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Houston | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| SPRING BRANCH EL Houston | 1.8 mi | 7.6 |
| SOAR CTR Houston | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| SPRING BRANCH MIDDLE Houston | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| WAINWRIGHT EL Houston | 2.2 mi | 6.0 |
| BENBROOK EL Houston | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 77055 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,297
Median Home Value
$577,800
Median Rent
$1,239/mo
Population
44,088
College Educated
40.3%
Homeownership
46.3%
Avg Commute
25.4 min
Poverty Rate
20.2%
Median Age
34.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HILL COUNTRY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL OF AUSTIN Cedar Park, TX | 5.3 |
| THE BROOK HILL SCHOOL Bullard, TX | 5.3 |
| BRACKEN CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bulverde, TX | 5.2 |
| CORAM DEO ACADEMY OF COLLIN COUNTY Plano, TX | 5.2 |
| HERITAGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Rockwall, TX | 5.2 |
| PAWNEE EL / J H/HS Pawnee, TX | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about School of the Woods
What grades does School of the Woods serve?
School of the Woods serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend School of the Woods?
School of the Woods has an enrollment of approximately 522 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at School of the Woods?
The student-teacher ratio at School of the Woods is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does School of the Woods rank in TX?
School of the Woods ranks #681 of 883 private schools in TX.
What is School of the Woods's MySchoolScout rating?
School of the Woods has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is School of the Woods a private school?
Yes, School of the Woods 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 School of the Woods a religious school?
No, School of the Woods is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 522
- Gender Split
- 19% M / 81% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Harris County
- Phone
- (713) 686-8811
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