Incarnate Word Academy is a 2013 National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence and the sponsored ministry of the Sisters of the Incarnate Word and Blessed Sacrament. As a community of learners filled with the Spirit of the Word-Made-Flesh, we are committed to living the Gospel values and inspiring academic excellence,.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Top Ranked OH School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Yearly Tuition: $4,020
- Average class size: 26 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Incarnate Word Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for:
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Year Founded
1935
School Calendar
Awards
Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2013
Student Body
Total Students
288 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
28%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
26 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Includes all fees except registration fee.
% on Financial Aid
13%
Sports
Total Sports Offered
8 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
25 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Altar Servers, Band, Bowling Club, Catholic League League Competition, Chess Club, Classroom of Champions, Drama Club, GCCTM (Math), Girl Scouts/Cub Scouts, Latin Club, Math Counts, Morning Video Announcements, Pep Squad, Piano Recital, Power of the Pen, Robotics Club, Safety Patrol, Ski Club, Spelling Teams, Student Council, Student Savers
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Shows, Bell Choir, Choir, Orchestra
Altar Servers, Band, Bowling Club, Catholic League League Competition, Chess Club, Classroom of Champions, Drama Club, GCCTM (Math), Girl Scouts/Cub Scouts, Latin Club, Math Counts, Morning Video Announcements, Pep Squad, Piano Recital, Power of the Pen, Robotics Club, Safety Patrol, Ski Club, Spelling Teams, Student Council, Student Savers
Arts and Music Programs:
Art Shows, Bell Choir, Choir, Orchestra
School Notes
Founded in 1935, Incarnate Word Academy is a Premier
Independent Catholic School serving a diverse group of young
learners from Preschool to 8th grade. The Sisters of the Incarnate
Word built this school with a commitment to delivering a superior
education in an environment rooted in faith with the highest
ethical values and conduct.
- Over 80 years of academic excellence
- 2013 National Blue Ribbon School
- Campus Ministry
- Safe, nurturing environment
- Technology lab with 3D printers, engravers, robotics and Raspberry Pis
- Clevertouch in every classroom
- Digital broadcast studio run by students
- Algebra and Geometry in Preparatory
- All grades take Art, Music, Spanish, Computer and Physical Education
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Incarnate Word Academy cost?
Incarnate Word Academy's tuition is approximately $4,020 for private students.
What sports does Incarnate Word Academy offer?
Incarnate Word Academy offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Incarnate Word Academy's ranking?
Incarnate Word Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Ohio for: Most extracurriculars offered and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Incarnate Word Academy?
The application deadline for Incarnate Word Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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