Wheeling Country Day School (Top Ranked Private School for 2026)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top Ranked WV School
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 226 students
Yearly Tuition: $12,890
Acceptance rate: 33%
Average class size: 26 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Rankings

Wheeling Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for:

School Facts

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-8

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Wheeling Country Day School
Pre-K	41
Kind	27
1	27
2	24
3	24
4	28
5	17
6	14
7	8
8	16

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Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Year Founded

1929

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

226 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

State avg.: 10%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

25 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

9:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

26 students

Classroom Dress Code

Formal

Middle school students are casual dress.

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$12,890

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Tuition Notes

$12,890 tuition is for students in grades Senior Kindergarten-8th. Please contact the school for Preschool and Junior Kindergarten tuition amounts.

% on Financial Aid

41%

Average Financial Aid Grant

$5,300

Acceptance Rate

33%

National avg.: 82%

Admissions Director

Stephanie Skadra

Admissions Associate

Arden Wolle

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

4 sports

Sports

Cross CountryGolf

Martial ArtsSwimming

School Notes

Wheeling Country Day School is an independent private school that was founded in 1929 by Mrs. Margaret L. Holloway.
Set in the Woodsdale section of Wheeling and spanning over 6 acres, it serves a student population of boys and girls from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds.
One of it's more unique features is its predominently outdoor setting filled with courtyards, walkways and open fields-perfect places for children to explore the world around them.
It is the mission of Wheeling Country Day School to empower students to think, to create, and to communicate in a nurturing environment where learning and character are paramount.

Wheeling Country Day School is an independent private school that was founded in 1929 by Mrs. Margaret L. Holloway. Set in the Woodsdale section of Wheeling and spanning over 6 acres, it serves a student population of boys and girls from diverse cultural and economic backgrounds. One of it's more unique features is its predominently outdoor setting filled with courtyards, walkways and open fields-perfect places for children to explore the world around them.
WCDS empowers students to think, to create, and to communicate in a nurturing environment where learning and character are paramount.Wheeling Country Day School`s purpose is to nurture the intellectual, creative, and ethical growth of children from diverse backgrounds. A balanced program of academic basics, fine arts, physical development, and critical thinking develops and enhances students` individual and cooperative abilities. In a positive environment children learn to be self-reliant, self-motivated, and resourceful learners. A supportive faculty challenges students to learn independently and within a group, with and without direct instruction, and the faculty rewards the students` best efforts, ambition, and accomplishments. A wide variety of activities beyond the classroom enrich learning opportunities. Personalized instruction using various methods and materials contributes to the total experience.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Wheeling Country Day School cost?

Wheeling Country Day School's tuition is approximately $12,890 for private students.

What is the acceptance rate of Wheeling Country Day School?

The acceptance rate of Wheeling Country Day School is 33%, which is lower than the national average of 83%. Wheeling Country Day School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in West Virginia with low acceptance rates.

What sports does Wheeling Country Day School offer?

Wheeling Country Day School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Cross Country, Golf, Martial Arts and Swimming.

What is Wheeling Country Day School's ranking?

Wheeling Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in West Virginia for: Lowest average acceptance rates and Largest student body.

When is the application deadline for Wheeling Country Day School?

The application deadline for Wheeling Country Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

In what neighborhood is Wheeling Country Day School located?

Wheeling Country Day School is located in the Woodsdale neighborhood of Wheeling, WV.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in West Virginia is $10,894 for elementary schools and $10,567 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in West Virginia is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).