Wayland Academy
School Notes Overview:
Wayland Academy was founded in 1855 and for 152 years has continued to fulfill its objective of educating young people. The Academy’s programs will continue to place a strong emphasis on intellectual, spiritual, and physical growth so that its graduates will take active and fulfilling roles in society. Wayland Academy is committed to encouraging the following core values essential for life-long learning and the development of character as reflected in our motto: “Knowledge and Character”. Our mission is to prepare young people for a successful college experience and a rapidly changing world by opening their minds to the pursuit of knowledge and their hearts to the development of strong character. Since its inception in 1855, Wayland Academy has been solely dedicated to the education of young people. The curriculum of the Academy, seen in its broadest sense, encompasses time-tested activities that prepare students to be successful beyond the high school years and to lead meaningful lives. Over time, the four Corinthian pillars of Wayland Hall have come to symbolize the basic traditions that underlie the philosophy of the Academy. The pillars represent Scholarship, Faith, Health, and Service. These are the components that the Academy recognizes as essential to developing well-rounded individuals. ...
School Overview:
Wayland Academy |
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| School Membership(s) |
National Association of Independent Schools The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades 9 - 12 | |
| County | Dodge County, WI | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 184 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(WI) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 23% | 20% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Grade 9 - 54 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 54 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 40 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 36 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 25 teachers | |
This School |
(WI) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:7 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 175 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 7 hours |
School Notes:
- Wayland Academy was founded in 1855 and for 152 years has continued to fulfill its objective of educating young people. The Academy’s programs will continue to place a strong emphasis on intellectual, spiritual, and physical growth so that its graduates will take active and fulfilling roles in society. Wayland Academy is committed to encouraging the following core values essential for life-long learning and the development of character as reflected in our motto: “Knowledge and Character”. Our mission is to prepare young people for a successful college experience and a rapidly changing world by opening their minds to the pursuit of knowledge and their hearts to the development of strong character. Since its inception in 1855, Wayland Academy has been solely dedicated to the education of young people. The curriculum of the Academy, seen in its broadest sense, encompasses time-tested activities that prepare students to be successful beyond the high school years and to lead meaningful lives. Over time, the four Corinthian pillars of Wayland Hall have come to symbolize the basic traditions that underlie the philosophy of the Academy. The pillars represent Scholarship, Faith, Health, and Service. These are the components that the Academy recognizes as essential to developing well-rounded individuals.
- Profile last updated: 02/09/2007
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School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (53916) | School Zip (53916) |
(WI) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 20,943 people | 5,362,884 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 22% | 24% |
| Population Average Age | 38 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.4 persons | 2.4 persons |
| Median Household Income | $41,615 | $43,153 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 5.5 rooms | 5.4 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 50 years old | 48 years old |
| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (53916) |
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| % Owning / % Renting | 69% / 31% | 63% / 37% |
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