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#227 of 457 private schools in VA

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Academy of Academic Excellence

Elementary School

12345 GAYTON RD, Henrico, VA 23238

Private

Enrollment

59

Student-Teacher

6.6:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#227 of 457

In Henrico

#2 of 5

public schools

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Academy of Academic Excellence

6.3/10

Elementary School in Henrico · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.1/10

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About Academy of Academic Excellence

Academy of Academic Excellence is a private elementary school in Henrico, VA. Academy of Academic Excellence serves approximately 59 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 6.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of Academic Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #227 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it comparesOn par with VA schools
  • This school 6.3 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 59 students, Academy of Academic Excellence is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 6.6:1 students to teachers, Academy of Academic Excellence sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Academy of Academic Excellence is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Academy of Academic Excellence compares to the 1 public school in Henrico, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
This School
vs
10.5:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
59
This School
vs
642
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 84.7% vs 0%
Black 3.4% vs 0%
Hispanic 1.7% vs 0%
Asian 1.7% vs 0%
Academy of Academic Excellence Henrico Public Avg

All Schools in Henrico

School Rating
Academy of Academic Excellence (this school) 6.3
Henrico Virtual Academy

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in VA.

Classroom Attention
? Student-teacher ratio calibrated against other private schools. Lower ratios mean more individual attention. (30% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 6.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
C+ 4.4 / 10
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Diversity Index 25%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.5 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 59
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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in VA

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

White 84.7%
Two or More 6.8%
Black 3.4%
Hispanic 1.7%
Asian 1.7%
Native American 1.7%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

12345 GAYTON RD, Henrico, VA 23238

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Academy of Academic Excellence may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Gayton Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores notably higher. Another option is WEST END MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Nuckols Farm Elementary (rated 7.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Richmond), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Henrico, see our Henrico schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Ruby F. Carver Elementary Richmond 0.9 mi 6.1
THE STEWARD SCHOOL Richmond 0.9 mi 6.1
Gayton Elementary Richmond 1.2 mi 8.3
RICHMOND ACADEMY Richmond 1.6 mi 7.0
Mills E. Godwin High Richmond 1.8 mi 6.9
GODDARD SCHOOL Richmond 2.4 mi 3.9
Nuckols Farm Elementary Richmond 2.6 mi 7.5
Short Pump Elementary Richmond 2.6 mi 7.1
Pocahontas Middle Richmond 2.5 mi 6.4
BENEDICTINE COLLEGE PREPARATORY Richmond 3.0 mi 7.2
Colonial Trail Elementary Glen Allen 3.2 mi 6.5
Pinchbeck Elementary Richmond 2.9 mi 4.5
ST MARY'S CATHOLIC SCHOOL - RICHMOND Richmond 3.0 mi 5.5
LEAF SPRINGS SCHOOL AT THREE CHOPT Henrico 3.1 mi
LEAFSPRING - THREE CHOPT Richmond 3.1 mi
Short Pump Middle Glen Allen 3.7 mi 5.3
Quioccasin Middle Richmond 3.2 mi 2.8
WEST END MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond 3.3 mi 7.7
Pemberton Elementary Richmond 3.3 mi 7.4
Maybeury Elementary Richmond 3.5 mi 4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,286

Median Home Value

$392,500

Median Rent

$1,679/mo

Population

25,893

College Educated

56.3%

Homeownership

60%

Avg Commute

23.4 min

Poverty Rate

9.9%

Median Age

43.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
CHESAPEAKE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Chesapeake, VA 6.3
TUCKAHOE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Richmond, VA 6.3
CARDINAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Woodbridge, VA 6.2
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Woodbridge, VA 6.4
GREEN ADVENTURE PROJECT Charlottesville, VA 6.4
HANOVER ACADEMY Ashland, VA 6.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Academy of Academic Excellence

What grades does Academy of Academic Excellence serve?

Academy of Academic Excellence serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Academy of Academic Excellence?

Academy of Academic Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 59 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of Academic Excellence?

The student-teacher ratio at Academy of Academic Excellence is 6.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Academy of Academic Excellence rank in VA?

Academy of Academic Excellence ranks #227 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Academy of Academic Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?

Academy of Academic Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Academy of Academic Excellence a private school?

Yes, Academy of Academic Excellence is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Academy of Academic Excellence a religious school?

No, Academy of Academic Excellence is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
59
Gender Split
53% M / 47% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
6.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
9
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Henrico County

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