Piney Woods School

Piney Woods School Welcome to The Piney Woods SchoolAbout Our SchoolWho We AreWhat We DoHow to ApplyHow to Give A log, a cedar tree for shade, a sheep-shed for a home, a dream, a vision, a resistless urge.Laurence Clifton JonesOur Campus CommunityWe are an independent coeducational college preparatory boarding school, preparing students for leadership through an innovative, high-quality, academic, and experiential learning program. While our campus is uniquely situated in rural Mississippi (20 miles from Jackson, the state capital), our students hail from more than 20 national and international states and jurisdictions. We are a campus learning community. Extending nearly 2,000 acres, our school includes a 65-acre main campus, a 250-acre demonstration farm, several lakes and ponds, over 1,000 acres of wildlife and renewable timber, and much more.Learn MoreOur Educational ApproachDiscover our unique approach to education, one that fosters academic excellence, leadership, and personal growth within a supportive community. At Piney Woods, learning goes beyond the classroom. Our experiential learning program transforms our campus into a living laboratory, where physical spaces become opportunities for hands-on projects and problem-solving. Here, our lands are our labs, and our community is our family.Learn MoreDiscover The Piney Woods DifferenceEnhancing the Learning ExperienceDiscover the wide range of programs and opportunities that enrich the educational experience at Piney Woods.Our education programs, which integrate vocational, nature, and agriculture education supported by our 250-acre working farm, offer an unparalleled, authentic learning experience.Learn MoreOur Admissions ProcessBecome a student scholar in our historic college-prep boarding program! ​ Explore the admission process and join our diverse and inclusive community dedicated to learning, growth, and achievement. TO APPLY NOW 📧 Email: admissions@pineywoods.org 📞 Call: (601) 845-2214 ​ ​Learn More🌿 Explore our new Community Supported Agriculture program and student-run Farmers Market.Learn MoreResources for ParentsAccess valuable resources, information, and support to stay involved in your child's education and well-being at Piney Woods.Get Informed