Valwood School (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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Valwood School

4380 Old Us 41 N
Hahira, GA 31632

Tel: (229) 242-8491

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As an independent, college preparatory school, Valwood School's mission is to instill in its students an enthusiasm for academic excellence, the foundations of strong character, and a commitment to serve others.

Valwood's academic program offers students a challenging curriculum based on high expectations and a close interaction between teacher and student.

Valwood seeks to develop in its students intellectual curiosity and the ability to read with understanding, think critically, speak fluently, and write effectively.

Valwood strives to build strong character in its students by requiring them to follow a code of honor based on fundamental values of integrity, honesty, and responsibility.

The school also encourages participation in programs outside the classroom designed to build strong character by developing confidence, independence, teamwork, and leadership.

Valwood works to instill in its students an abiding commitment to service by fostering in them respect for others, compassion for those in need, an understanding of civic duty, and a responsibility to serve the communities in which they live.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked GA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 431 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

Valwood School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Georgia for:

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

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

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Year Founded

1968

Colors

Navy Blue, Orange

Awards

Blue Ribbon School - Selected in 2004

Campus Size

45 acres

Student Body

Total Students

431 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 28%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

41 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

11:1

National avg.:

Number of AP/Advanced Courses

15 courses

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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School Notes

School Motto: 'Valwood is an independent, college preparatory school whose mission is to instill in its students an enthusiasm for academic excellence, the foundations of strong character, and a commitment to serve others.'
School Mascot: Valiant

As an independent, college preparatory school, Valwood School's mission is to instill in its students an enthusiasm for academic excellence, the foundations of strong character, and a commitment to serve others. Valwood's academic program offers students a challenging curriculum based on high expectations and a close interaction between teacher and student. Valwood seeks to develop in its students intellectual curiosity and the ability to read with understanding, think critically, speak fluently, and write effectively. Valwood strives to build strong character in its students by requiring them to follow a code of honor based on fundamental values of integrity, honesty, and responsibility. The school also encourages participation in programs outside the classroom designed to build strong character by developing confidence, independence, teamwork, and leadership. Valwood works to instill in its students an abiding commitment to service by fostering in them respect for others, compassion for those in need, an understanding of civic duty, and a responsibility to serve the communities in which they live.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked GA School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 431 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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