All-Girls School

Incarnate Word High School

#7 in Best All-Girls High Schools in Texas

grade A
Overall Grade
Private, Catholic, All-Girls
9-12
SAN ANTONIO, TX
Rating 4.09 out of 5 220 reviews

COVID-19 Update for Prospective Students and Families:

IWHS continues to make updates to our COVID-19 response to keep our students and faculty safe. We have updated our prevention measures to reflect current CDC recommendations for school during COVID-19. -Face Mask/Covering -Physical Distancing -Please find more information on the IWHS website. *The COVID-19 health and safety protocols are subject to change as needed* Learn More

Overall Niche Grade

How are grades calculated?Data Sources

Academics
grade A
Diversity
grade B+
Teachers
grade B
College Prep
grade A minus
Clubs & Activities
grade A minus
Sports
grade B+

incarnatewordhs.org

(210) 829-3102

727 E HILDEBRAND AVE
SAN ANTONIO, TX 78212

About Incarnate Word High School...

Applying

Application Deadline

January 25

Application Fee

Interview Required

Yes

Required/Recommended Tests

HSPT, TOEFL

Tuition

Yearly Tuition

$12,650

Tuition is for the highest grade offered and may have changed for the current school year. For more information, please contact the school.

Received Financial Aid

75%

Average Financial Aid

$3,000

From Incarnate Word High School

It is my pleasure to welcome you to Incarnate Word High School. Established in 1881, by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word, IWHS has served as a home of learning and spiritual growth for generations of young women from every walk of life.

We believe in a holistic process where students, parents, faculty, staff, sisters, alumni, and administration all work together to ensure academic success, a growth mindset and a belief in continual school improvement.

As a community, we know we need to prepare our young women for jobs that may not currently exist, using technology that is still being invented, to solve problems that have yet to be discovered. We can do this all by creating authentic, meaningful, and relevant learning experiences rooted in our Catholic upbringing.

Incarnate Word High School is a place where tradition grounds us in the spirit of community and learning happens at the speed of light.

Praised be the Incarnate Word!

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Academics

Average Graduation Rate

Average SAT

1180

308 responses

Average ACT

71 responses

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Popular Colleges

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following colleges.

grade A+
University of Texas - Austin
267 Students
grade B
University of the Incarnate Word
250 Students
grade A+
Texas A&M University
203 Students
grade B
University of Texas - San Antonio
191 Students
grade A minus
Baylor University
146 Students
grade B
St. Edward's University
145 Students
grade B
St. Mary's University
134 Students
grade B
Texas State University
133 Students
grade A minus
Texas Tech University
126 Students
grade A+
Rice University
110 Students

More About Incarnate Word High School Academics

Culture & Safety

Poll

90%

of students agree that they feel safe at their school. 31 responses

Poll

84%

of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there. 31 responses

Poll

What are your favorite school events or traditions?

Based on 121 responses

Senior appreciation day
19%
Changing of the chairs
13%
Service day, field day, and pep rallies
13%
Advisory breakfast and little sister big sister
12%
Halloween
11%
Talent show
11%
Junior Ring Ceremony
8%

Students

Diversity

B+

Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.

Students

370

85%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive. 34 responses

82%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy. 34 responses

79%

of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic. 34 responses

Teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

6:1

National

17:1

Poll

77%

of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons. 39 responses

Poll

82%

of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students. 39 responses

Poll

77%

of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom. 39 responses

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Clubs & Activities

A minus

Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.

Girls Athletic Participation

Boys Athletic Participation

83%

of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in. 23 responses

43%

of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need. 23 responses

83%

of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations. 23 responses

Overall Niche Grade

How are grades calculated?Data Sources

Cost of Living
grade B
Good for Families
grade B+
Housing
grade B

Median Household Income

$80,020

National

$69,021

Median Rent

$1,122

National

$1,163

Median Home Value

$240,935

National

$244,900

Incarnate Word High School Reviews

220 reviews

From the day I arrived I've loved Incarnate Word! Everything from the modular schedule to the teachers to the best friends I've made! I really enjoyed the modular schedule at Incarnate Word. It allowed me to get my homework done during the day and taught me important time management skills. That way when I went home I hardly had to do any homework. I just had to study. I'm glad I learned time management skills by going through the schedule because I feel this has prepped me for college! Another thing the teachers there are great! They really want you to succeed and are always there to help you out. The class sizes are only about 15-23 people so the teachers are easy to access outside of class if you have questions or need help on a concept. Regarding the school atmosphere, all the girls here are very nice and we uplift one another. I met some of my best friends here and we will continue to stay in contact even after we graduate from high school.

It's my first year at Incarnate Word, but so far the experience has been great! I love the mod schedule and I think it's really helpful for preparing for college and managing my time in the future. The classes are great, but I wish they offered an option to take more than 1 elective per year (without taking summer courses). However, the guidance/college counselors are amazing and very accommodating to every student! They always do their best to make sure everyone gets the electives and classes they want/need. Overall, great school!

I loved IWHS! The teachers were always friendly and understanding. They're easy to communicate with and willing to help with anything. The academics are challenging enough to keep you engaged and working hard every year. There are also guest speakers that come on Tuesdays to educate about service opportunities, mental health, and more. When there are no speakers, you get a free period to work! The schedule is helpful in getting you well adjusted in having to time manage.

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