The Piney Woods School
The Piney Woods School serves 147 students in grades 9-12, is a member of the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the State or regional independent school association and the Other school association(s).
The student:teacher of The Piney Woods School is 9:1 and the school's religious affiliation is Christian.
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
The Piney Woods School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Mississippi for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Student Body
Total Students
147 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
99%
State avg.: 19%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for The Piney Woods School?
The application deadline for The Piney Woods School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 5/12/2017
This school has given my child the education that I wish every child could have. She has been able to compete with other private schools. Her dreams of traveling has become reality. Best investment ever!!!
5 7/17/2015
Looking for a teacher opening.
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