Valwood School
1903 Gornto Road, Valdosta, GA, 31602-0316 - View a map of this school Map
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As an independent, college preparatory school, Valwood School's mission is to instill in its students an enthusiasm for academic excellence, the foundations of strong character, and a commitment to serve others. Valwood's academic program offers students a challenging curriculum based on high expectations and a close interaction between teacher and student. Valwood seeks to develop in its students intellectual curiosity and the ability to read with understanding, think critically, speak fluently, and write effectively. Valwood strives to build strong character in its students by requiring them to follow a code of honor based on fundamental values of integrity, honesty, and responsibility. The school also encourages participation in programs outside the classroom designed to build strong character by developing confidence, independence, teamwork, and leadership. Valwood works to instill in its students an abiding commitment to service by fostering in them respect for others, compassion for those in need, an understanding of civic duty, and a responsibility to serve the communities in which they live. ...read more  

School Overview:
Valwood School
School Level Elementary and Secondary school
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Prekindergarten - 12
County Lowndes County, GA
Student Body
Total Students 366 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
This School ( GA ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
% Students of Color 9% 21%
Students by Grade
Pre-K - 28 students
Kind - 36 students
Grade 1 - 26 students
Grade 2 - 19 students
Grade 3 - 29 students
Grade 4 - 17 students
Grade 5 - 22 students
Grade 6 - 28 students
Grade 7 - 22 students
Grade 8 - 35 students
Grade 9 - 24 students
Grade 10 - 33 students
Grade 11 - 17 students
Grade 12 - 30 students
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 34 teachers
This School ( GA ) Elementary and Secondary School Avg.
Teacher : Student Ratio 1:11 1:11
*Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16
School Days in Calendar Year 180 days 180 days
Hours in School Day for Students 6 hours 7 hours
Admission Deadline Jan. 1
 
School Notes:
  • As an independent, college preparatory school, Valwood School's mission is to instill in its students an enthusiasm for academic excellence, the foundations of strong character, and a commitment to serve others. Valwood's academic program offers students a challenging curriculum based on high expectations and a close interaction between teacher and student. Valwood seeks to develop in its students intellectual curiosity and the ability to read with understanding, think critically, speak fluently, and write effectively. Valwood strives to build strong character in its students by requiring them to follow a code of honor based on fundamental values of integrity, honesty, and responsibility. The school also encourages participation in programs outside the classroom designed to build strong character by developing confidence, independence, teamwork, and leadership. Valwood works to instill in its students an abiding commitment to service by fostering in them respect for others, compassion for those in need, an understanding of civic duty, and a responsibility to serve the communities in which they live.
  • Profile last updated: 02/05/2007

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About This Zip Code ( 31602 )
School Zip ( 31602 ) ( GA ) State Average
Population (Approximate) 30,355 people 8,185,503 people
% (age 25+) w/College Degree 36% 21%
Population Average Age 30 years old 33.4 years old
Average Household Size 2.4 persons 2.5 persons
Median Household Income $36,664 $49,257
Avg. # of Rooms in Household 5.5 rooms 5.8 rooms
Median Age of Housing Structure 29 years old 31 years old
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Zipcode (31602)



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