Pinewood Acres School (Closed 2015)

About the School

  • The faculty and administration strive to make school an enjoyable experience for all students, as well as academically productive.
  • Small classes, a close student-teacher relationship, pleasant classrooms, and beautiful surroundings all combine to make these objectives a reality.
  • We all want what is best for our children, not only in terms of the physical necessities of life, but in terms of the growth and development of the total child, the functioning human being who will one day have to make his or her way in this world.
  • We are interested in quality - the quality of the mental and emotional lives of our children, the quality of the experiences we provide for them through which they may mature and grow.

School Facts

Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
Students By Grade
Year Founded
1952

Student Body

Total Students
144 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
58%
State avg.: 48%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
30%
Average Class Size
15 students

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Acceptance Rate
65%
National avg.: 82%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate of Pinewood Acres School?
The acceptance rate of Pinewood Acres School is 65%, which is lower than the national average of 81%.
When is the application deadline for Pinewood Acres School?
The application deadline for Pinewood Acres School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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