Western Reserve Academy is a 9-12 boarding and day school in Hudson, OH, providing IEP support, special education, and small class sizes.
Western Reserve Academy (WRA) is a co-educational boarding and day school for grades 9-12 in Hudson, OH, that provides a highly personalized educational experience. With an average class size of 12 and a faculty where 85% hold advanced degrees, the school is well-equipped to support students with diverse learning profiles. WRA offers specialized support including Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), special education services, and developmental support to help students navigate their unique academic journeys.
The academy's programming is designed to foster both academic rigor and personal growth through a variety of therapeutic services and specialized learning supports. Students can engage in a wide range of advanced coursework—including classical languages, literature, and composition—within a structured environment that emphasizes innovation and joy in learning. The school's small class sizes allow for the close faculty-student interaction necessary for effective accommodations and individualized instruction.
WRA offers both boarding ($76,975) and day ($49,750) options, with 43% of students receiving financial aid. Admissions operate on a rolling basis with key deadlines in November and January. Beyond the classroom, students can participate in an extensive array of extracurriculars, from E-sports and dance to various competitive athletic programs, ensuring a well-rounded community for all learners.
At a Glance
Grades9-12
Students427
Class Size12:1 ratio
Tuition$76,975
Fin. Aid43% receive aid
Est.1826
DeadlineJan. 9 / Nov. 14 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
State or regional independent school association, The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1826 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $76,975 |
| Tuition Notes | $76,975 boarding / $49,750 day |
| Total Students | 427 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 66 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 85 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Grades Offered | 9-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Schaeffer Barnhardt |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 9 / Nov. 14 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 45 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 43 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 39 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
Learning Programs Supported
Special EducationIndividualized Education ProgramsSpecial Needs SupportTherapeutic ServicesDevelopmental Support
Advanced Courses
CCL Art HistoryCL French Language and CultureCL German Language and CultureCL Latin LiteratureCL Mandarin ChineseCL Music TheoryCL Seminars in LiteratureCL Spanish History and LiteratureCL United States HistoryComposition and Rhetoric
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
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Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cross Country · Dance · Diving · E-sports · Fencing · Field Hockey · Golf · Lacrosse · Riflery · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Winter Track · Wrestling · Show More (3) · Hide |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · State or regional independent school association · The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| Offers Post Graduate Year | Yes |
| Average SAT Score | 1310 |
| Average ACT Score | 28 |
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