J. Walter Wood Academy in Montgomery, AL, is an all–girls, nonsectarian private school serving grades 6–12 in a rural community setting.
The school has an enrollment of 24 students with a student–teacher ratio of 8:1 supported by 3 teachers.
Students of color represent 50% of the student body at J.
Walter Wood Academy, reflecting diversity within its enrollment. As a rural private secondary school, J.
Walter Wood Academy provides education for middle and high school grade levels.
Tuition information is not specified; families can compare with the Montgomery average tuition of approximately $10,292 for high schools.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 24 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Student Body
Total Students
24 students
Student Body Type
% Students of Color
50%
State avg.: 25%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for J. Walter Wood Academy?
The application deadline for J. Walter Wood Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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