About the School
- Watershed School is an independent high school serving students in grades 9-12.
- Our mission statement states that Watershed School is a supportive community that cultivates intellectual inquiry, the joy of learning, creativity, and compassion while encouraging students to strive for personal growth and make meaningful contributions to the world around them.
School Facts
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Students By Grade
Year Founded
2003
Student Body
Total Students
25 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
8%
State avg.: 16%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Watershed School?
The application deadline for Watershed School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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