Woodlawn Academy, an independent nonsectarian elementary school, exists for the purpose of offering an atmosphere providing each student the opportunity to realize his or her potential; to develop socially, culturally, physically, and mentally; to assume present and future responsibilities in a joy of learning dedicated to Christian ideals.
Further, it is the school's purpose to recognize individual differences among its students while expecting each child in attendance to perform to his or her maximum ability.
Woodlawn Academy offers a unique caring environment for children to learn and excel.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-9
Student Body
Total Students
124 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
3%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
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 Woodlawn Academy?
The application deadline for Woodlawn Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Woodlawn Academy is Chatham Hall (2.5 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is Hargrave Military Academy (2.9 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Heritage Academy (3.0 miles away)
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Chatham Hall![Chatham Hall Photo - At Chatham Hall, we encourage every member of our community to uncover and live up to the best version of themselves.]( "Chatham Hall Photo - At Chatham Hall, we encourage every member of our community to uncover and live up to the best version of themselves.")
All-girls (Episcopal)
800 Chatham Hall Circle
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-5516
Chatham, VA 24531
(434) 432-5516
2.5 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 121 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 12 | Extracurrculars: 25 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
200 Military Dr
Chatham, VA 24531
(800) 432-2480
Chatham, VA 24531
(800) 432-2480
2.9 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 186 students Avg. class size: 12 students Sports: 13 Tuition listed
Heritage Academy
(Christian)
1461 Dry Fork Road
Dry Fork, VA 24549
(434) 432-8380
Dry Fork, VA 24549
(434) 432-8380
3 miles
Gr: PK-7 | 69 students Tuition listed
The Hughes Center
Special Education School
1601 Franklin Tpke
Danville, VA 24540
(434) 836-8500
Danville, VA 24540
(434) 836-8500
10.1 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 23 students
Building Blocks Center For Children With Autism
Special Education School
175 Deer Run Rd
Danville, VA 24540
(434) 797-5531
Danville, VA 24540
(434) 797-5531
12.3 miles
Gr: 3-8 | 15 students
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