Average
#276 of 457 private schools in VA
Boys Home
School
414 BOYS HOME RD, Covington, VA 24426
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
43
Student-Teacher
6.5:1
Score
6.0
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#276 of 457
In Covington
#1 of 2
public schools
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Boys Home
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About Boys Home
Boys Home is a private school in Covington, VA. Boys Home serves approximately 43 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 6.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Boys Home has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #276 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.0 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 43 students, Boys Home 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 6.5:1 students to teachers, Boys Home sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Boys Home 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 Boys Home compares to 5 public schools serving similar grades in Covington, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Boys Home (this school) | 6.0 |
| Covington Middle | 3.5 |
| Callaghan Elementary | 7.2 |
| Jeter-Watson Elementary | 4.2 |
| Alleghany High | 5.3 |
| Mountain View Elementary | 6.6 |
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat 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.
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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)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
414 BOYS HOME RD, Covington, VA 24426
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boys Home may also want to explore other schools in the area. Hillsboro Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 24.9 miles away, in nearby Hillsboro), which scores notably higher. Another option is Eagle Rock Elementary (rated 8.9/10, 15.7 miles away, in nearby Eagle Rock), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Central Academy Middle (rated 8.9/10, 22.6 miles away, in nearby Fincastle), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Covington, see our Covington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 24.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIVERMONT SCHOOL - ALLEGHANY HIGHLANDS Covington | 1.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Covington Middle Covington | 2.5 mi | 3.5 |
| Callaghan Elementary Covington | 2.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Jeter-Watson Elementary Covington | 4.1 mi | 4.2 |
| Alleghany High Covington | 6.5 mi | 5.3 |
| Mountain View Elementary Covington | 8.3 mi | 6.6 |
| COVENANT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Clifton Forge | 13.0 mi | — |
| Valley Elementary Hot Springs | 14.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Eagle Rock Elementary Eagle Rock | 15.7 mi | 8.9 |
| White Sulphur Elementary White Sulphur Springs | 14.8 mi | 6.5 |
| Sharon Elementary Clifton Forge | 15.3 mi | 8.2 |
| McCleary Elementary New Castle | 20.4 mi | 5.5 |
| Craig County High New Castle | 20.4 mi | 6.4 |
| Bath County High Hot Springs | 20.1 mi | 7.6 |
| Breckinridge Elementary Fincastle | 22.7 mi | 7.9 |
| Central Academy Middle Fincastle | 22.6 mi | 8.9 |
| Hillsboro Elementary School Hillsboro | 24.9 mi | 9.7 |
| Frankford Elementary Frankford | 21.2 mi | 8.3 |
| Greenfield Elementary Troutville | 26.7 mi | 7.3 |
| James River High Buchanan | 24.3 mi | 7.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 24426 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,841
Median Home Value
$113,600
Median Rent
$808/mo
Population
13,611
College Educated
12.9%
Homeownership
79.4%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
15.3%
Median Age
44.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| EAST END ACADEMY Newport News, VA | 6.0 |
| MINNICK SCHOOLS Roanoke, VA | 6.0 |
| MOUNTAIN VIEW CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Blacksburg, VA | 6.0 |
| RIVERMONT LYNCHBURG NORTH Lynchburg, VA | 6.0 |
| THE AURORA SCHOOL Leesburg, VA | 6.0 |
| THE LEAD CENTER LTD Hopewell, VA | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boys Home
What grades does Boys Home serve?
Boys Home serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Boys Home?
Boys Home has an enrollment of approximately 43 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boys Home?
The student-teacher ratio at Boys Home is 6.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Boys Home rank in VA?
Boys Home ranks #276 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Boys Home's MySchoolScout rating?
Boys Home has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Boys Home a private school?
Yes, Boys Home is a private all-boys school with a Episcopal affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Boys Home a religious school?
Boys Home has a Episcopal religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 43
- Gender Split
- 100% M / 0% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- all-boys
- Affiliation
- Episcopal
- School Day
- 5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Alleghany County
- Phone
- (540) 965-7737
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