The Westwood Junior Academy is part of the world-wide Seventh-day Adventist school network.
The Seventh-day Adventist educational system includes elementary and high schools, colleges and universities in countries around the globe.
The Westwood Junior Academy family exists to show children Jesus, nurture their love for Him and others, teach them to think, and empower them to serve.
The Westwood Junior Academy is operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church to provide a spiritually oriented education for children.
A belief in the existence of the Creator God is fundamental in the philosophy of Seventh-day Adventist schools.
We respect His divine authority and recognize His intervention in human affairs.
We believe that true education develops the spiritual, mental, and physical powers of each student; preparing them for the joy of service in this life and for the higher joy of service in the life to come.
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-7
Year Founded
2002
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
26 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
23%
State avg.: 20%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
National avg.:
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
School Notes
- School Motto: To increase in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and man
- The Westwood Junior Academy is part of the world-wide Seventh-day Adventist school network.
- The Seventh-day Adventist educational system includes elementary and high schools, colleges and universities in countries around the globe.
- The Westwood Junior Academy family exists to show children Jesus, nurture their love for Him and others, teach them to think, and empower them to serve.
- The Westwood Junior Academy is operated by the Seventh-day Adventist Church to provide a spiritually oriented education for children.
- A belief in the existence of the Creator God is fundamental in the philosophy of Seventh-day Adventist schools.
- We respect His divine authority and recognize His intervention in human affairs.
- We believe that true education develops the spiritual, mental, and physical powers of each student; preparing them for the joy of service in this life and for the higher joy of service in the life to come.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Westwood Junior Academy?
The application deadline for Westwood Junior Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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