Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Wayne Academy
About the School
- Wayne Academy in Waynesboro, MS, serves 269 students from pre–kindergarten through 12th grade in a nonsectarian, coeducational setting.
- The school employs 17 teachers, maintaining a student–teacher ratio of 16:1 across all grade levels.
- Wayne Academy's enrollment includes 1.33% students of color, reflecting its demographic composition.
- As a private school in a rural community, Wayne Academy offers education programs without religious affiliation.
- The school's tuition aligns with Mississippi private school averages, supporting families seeking PK–12 education in the Waynesboro area.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 269 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Facts
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
Students By Grade
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
269 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
1%
State avg.: 19%
Academics & Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 11:1
Tuition & Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Wayne Academy often compared to?
Wayne Academy is often viewed alongside schools like Woodlawn Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Wayne Academy?
The application deadline for Wayne Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
Popular comparisons: Wayne Academy vs. Woodlawn Preparatory School
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to Wayne Academy is South Choctaw Academy (22.2 miles away)
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Distance: 22.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 242 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 4
5245 New Hope Road
Toxey, AL 36921
(251) 843-2426
Distance: 27.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 414 students
Presbyterian
1200 Hwy 15 North
Hattiesburg, MS 39404
(601) 649-3999
Distance: 27.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 291 students
Sports: 9
Presbyterian
Po Box 8425
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 649-4190
Distance: 28.6 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 174 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 3
Christian
520 N 5th Ave
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 428-4350
Distance: 31.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 319 students
901 S Mulberry Ave
Butler, AL 36904
(205) 459-3605
Distance: 22.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 242 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 4
5245 New Hope Road
Toxey, AL 36921
(251) 843-2426
Distance: 27.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 414 students
Presbyterian
1200 Hwy 15 North
Hattiesburg, MS 39404
(601) 649-3999
Distance: 27.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 291 students
Sports: 9
Presbyterian
Po Box 8425
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 649-4190
Distance: 31.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 319 students
901 S Mulberry Ave
Butler, AL 36904
(205) 459-3605
Distance: 34.6 mi
Gr: K-10 | 16 students
Assembly of God
Po Box 65
Ellisville, MS 39437
(601) 477-3379
Distance: 22.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 242 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 4
5245 New Hope Road
Toxey, AL 36921
(251) 843-2426
Distance: 27.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 291 students
Sports: 9
Presbyterian
Po Box 8425
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 649-4190
Distance: 27.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 414 students
Presbyterian
1200 Hwy 15 North
Hattiesburg, MS 39404
(601) 649-3999
Distance: 28.6 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 174 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 3
Christian
520 N 5th Ave
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 428-4350
Distance: 31.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 319 students
901 S Mulberry Ave
Butler, AL 36904
(205) 459-3605
Distance: 22.2 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 242 students
Sports: 6 | Extracurriculars: 4
5245 New Hope Road
Toxey, AL 36921
(251) 843-2426
Distance: 27.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 291 students
Sports: 9
Presbyterian
Po Box 8425
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 649-4190
Distance: 27.3 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 414 students
Presbyterian
1200 Hwy 15 North
Hattiesburg, MS 39404
(601) 649-3999
Distance: 28.6 mi
Gr: PK-6 | 174 students
Avg. class size: 14 students
Sports: 3
Christian
520 N 5th Ave
Laurel, MS 39440
(601) 428-4350
Distance: 31.0 mi
Gr: PK-12 | 319 students
901 S Mulberry Ave
Butler, AL 36904
(205) 459-3605
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
William J. Berry Elementary School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
4035 County Road 8
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-2601
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-2601
8453.5 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 389 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 99%
Heidelberg High School
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
804 North Pine Ave
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-3414
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-3414
8454.6 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 246 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
Heidelberg Jr. High School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
714 North Pine Avenue
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-3665
Heidelberg, MS 39439
(601) 787-3665
8454.7 miles
Gr: 7-8 | 104 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
Beat Four School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
5090 Highway 84 West
Waynesboro, MS 39367
(601) 735-2124
Waynesboro, MS 39367
(601) 735-2124
8459.4 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 416 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 47%
Clarke Co Career & Technology Center
Vocational School
910 North Archusa Ave.
Quitman, MS 39355
(601) 776-5219
Quitman, MS 39355
(601) 776-5219
8463.8 miles
Gr: 9-12
School Reviews
5 10/20/2022
I enrolled my son in this school a year ago. So, this is his second year there. It has been the best decision I`ve made! He was at one of the top public schools in Mississippi, and I have to say he has learned more in this short period than he ever has. The education at Wayne Academy is TOP NOTCH!!!!
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