Valwood School
- 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.
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) State or regional independent school association Other school association(s) |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten-12 |
| Awards | Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2004 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 366 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 11%
State avg.: 25% |
| Students by Grade |  |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 47 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
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