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The Woodward School

1102 Hancock Street, Quincy, MA, 02169-0216 -

School Notes Overview:

The Woodward School, founded by Dr. Ebenezer Woodward in 1869, remains committed to educating young women. Bridging three centuries, Woodward continues to provide a non-sectarian, college preparatory education in an academically challenging environment emphasizing the intellect, character, and self. Woodward educates students from a rich diversity of backgrounds who are committed to advancing their education and lives, as well as the lives of others, through hard work, high standards and service. Woodward students are expected to be thoughtful, compassionate and conscientious members of their communities. Woodward students, their families, teachers, administrators and staff, as well as the alumnae and trustees, are all partners in this educational enterprise. We strive to provide an environment that fosters excellence in education and provides leadership opportunities. Our low student-teacher ratio promotes individual growth and accomplishment, fosters close relationships between students and staff, and creates a dynamic atmosphere for learning. Our alumnae reflect the knowledge and confidence that results from being challenged to achieve their potential....

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School Overview:

	The Woodward School
School Membership(s)	National Association of Independent Schools State or regional independent school association
Religious Affiliation	Nonsectarian
Grades Offered	Grades 6 - 12
County	Norfolk County, MA
Student Body
Total Students	162 students
Student Body Type	All-girls
	This School	(MA) School Avg.
% Students of Color	27%	23%
Students by Grade
	Grade 6 - 13 students
	Grade 7 - 13 students
	Grade 8 - 32 students
	Grade 9 - 25 students
	Grade 10 - 25 students
	Grade 11 - 25 students
	Grade 12 - 29 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers	19 teachers
	This School	(MA) School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio	1:7	* Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year	165 days	180 days
Hours in School Day for Students	6 hours	6 hours

School Notes:

The Woodward School, founded by Dr. Ebenezer Woodward in 1869, remains committed to educating young women. Bridging three centuries, Woodward continues to provide a non-sectarian, college preparatory education in an academically challenging environment emphasizing the intellect, character, and self. Woodward educates students from a rich diversity of backgrounds who are committed to advancing their education and lives, as well as the lives of others, through hard work, high standards and service. Woodward students are expected to be thoughtful, compassionate and conscientious members of their communities. Woodward students, their families, teachers, administrators and staff, as well as the alumnae and trustees, are all partners in this educational enterprise. We strive to provide an environment that fosters excellence in education and provides leadership opportunities. Our low student-teacher ratio promotes individual growth and accomplishment, fosters close relationships between students and staff, and creates a dynamic atmosphere for learning. Our alumnae reflect the knowledge and confidence that results from being challenged to achieve their potential.
Profile last updated: 02/03/2007

In the News:

SCHOOL ROUNDUP: Creonte sparks Waltham girls soccer team past Latin (The Daily News Tribune)
posted on October 28, 2009 at 05:46:41 am
Senior Olivia Creonte had a goal and two assists as the Waltham High girls soccer team won for the second time this season yesterday at Leary Field. Senior Alina Bahlavouni and junior Arianna DeJulio accounted for the other goals in the 3-0 Dual County League victory over Boston Latin.
Obituaries 7-31-09 (The Barnstable Patriot)
posted on July 31, 2009 at 12:40:32 pm
Cotuit — Joseph P. Breen, 77, died suddenly at his home July 24, 2009. Mr. Breen was born in Milford in 1931, the son of the late Joseph E. and Mary D. Breen. He attended school and spent the early part of his life in Worcester.
William McCarthy, 82 (Boston Herald)
posted on July 29, 2009 at 12:51:56 pm
The Rev. William R. "Father Bill" McCarthy of West Yarmouth, a priest and tireless advocate and beacon for the poor and homeless through his eponymous shelter, Father...
Irish step dancer at Woodward School excels in many ways (The Patriot Ledger)
posted on June 4, 2009 at 07:54:31 am
Kennedy Hannon, a seventh-grader at the Woodward School for Girls in Quincy, has been Irish step dancing since she was 3. She’ll be competing in the North American Nationals next month in Nashville.
Obituaries 5-8-09 (The Barnstable Patriot)
posted on May 11, 2009 at 10:03:32 pm
Osterville — Helen T. Callahan, of Osterville, passed away April 23, 2009, after a long illness.

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School Zip Statistics:

About This Zipcode (02169)	School Zip (02169)	(MA) State Average
Population (Approximate)	52,194 people	6,349,048 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree	38%	43%
Population Average Age	37 years old	36 years old
Average Household size	2.2 persons	2.5 persons
Median Household Income	$45,056	$52,143
Avg. # of Rooms in Household	4.5 rooms	5.4 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure	57 years old	56 years old
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% Owning / % Renting	45% / 55%	58% / 42%