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Bear Creek Academy
High School
1874 ANDERSON HIGHWAY, BLDG A, Cumberland, VA 23040
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
11
Student-Teacher
2.6:1
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
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Bear Creek Academy
High School in Cumberland · grades 8th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Bear Creek Academy
Bear Creek Academy is a private high school in Cumberland, VA. Bear Creek Academy serves approximately 11 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 2.6:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.
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What Parents Should Know
At 11 students, Bear Creek Academy 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 2.6:1 students to teachers, Bear Creek Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Bear Creek Academy 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
BetaHow Bear Creek Academy compares to the 3 public schools in Cumberland, VA
Student Demographics
All Schools in Cumberland
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bear Creek Academy (this school) | — |
| Cumberland Elementary | 7.8 |
| Cumberland Middle | 5.6 |
| Cumberland High | 6.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11 students
- Type
- Private
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Address
- 1874 ANDERSON HIGHWAY, BLDG A, Cumberland, VA 23040
- Phone
- (804) 492-9940
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in VA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
1874 ANDERSON HIGHWAY, BLDG A, Cumberland, VA 23040
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bear Creek Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FORK UNION MILITARY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 19.5 miles away, in nearby Fork Union). Another option is Cumberland High (rated 6.6/10, 1.9 miles away). Additionally, Amelia County High (rated 6.1/10, 19.0 miles away, in nearby Amelia Court House). For more schools in Cumberland, see our Cumberland schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 19.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Cumberland Elementary Cumberland | 1.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Cumberland Middle Cumberland | 1.9 mi | 5.6 |
| Cumberland High Cumberland | 1.9 mi | 6.6 |
| FULL CIRCLE SCHOOLS Rice | 12.6 mi | — |
| FUQUA SCHOOL Farmville | 14.1 mi | 5.6 |
| Buckingham Co Elementary Dillwyn | 12.4 mi | 7.9 |
| Buckingham Co Primary Dillwyn | 12.4 mi | 4.4 |
| CALVARY CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New Canton | 15.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Buckingham County Middle Buckingham | 12.9 mi | 2.6 |
| Buckingham Co Prekindergarten Center Buckingham | 13.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Buckingham County High Buckingham | 13.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Prince Edward County High Farmville | 16.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Prince Edward Elementary Farmville | 16.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Prince Edward Middle Farmville | 16.3 mi | 3.6 |
| FORK UNION MILITARY ACADEMY Fork Union | 19.5 mi | 7.9 |
| ELK HILL HARAMBEE SCHOOL Goochland | 19.6 mi | — |
| Amelia County Middle Amelia | 18.8 mi | 5.8 |
| Amelia County High Amelia Court House | 19.0 mi | 6.1 |
| Amelia County Elementary Amelia Court House | 19.2 mi | 4.3 |
| AMELIA ACADEMY Amelia, Va | 19.2 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23040 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,019
Median Home Value
$187,900
Median Rent
$936/mo
Population
4,491
College Educated
10.4%
Homeownership
66.7%
Avg Commute
45 min
Poverty Rate
10%
Median Age
47
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bear Creek Academy
What grades does Bear Creek Academy serve?
Bear Creek Academy serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Bear Creek Academy?
Bear Creek Academy has an enrollment of approximately 11 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Bear Creek Academy is 2.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Bear Creek Academy a private school?
Yes, Bear Creek Academy 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 Bear Creek Academy a religious school?
No, Bear Creek Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 11
- Gender Split
- 91% M / 9% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 2.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 4
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 183 days
- Setting
- Remote Rural
- County
- Cumberland County
- Phone
- (804) 492-9940
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