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Calvary Christian School

School

31139 N JAMES MADISON HWY, New Canton, VA 23123

Private

Enrollment

63

Student-Teacher

5.2:1

Score

6.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

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Calvary Christian School

6.3/10

School in New Canton · grades Kindergarten – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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7.9/10

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About Calvary Christian School

Calvary Christian School is a private school in New Canton, VA. Calvary Christian School serves approximately 63 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 5.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvary Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.3 out of 10 and ranks #235 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 63 students, Calvary Christian School 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 5.2:1 students to teachers, Calvary Christian School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Calvary Christian School 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.

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 9.0 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 5.2:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
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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 2.8 / 10
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Diversity Index 12%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
B- 4.8 / 10
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Enrollment 63
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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 93.7%
Black 3.2%
Hispanic 3.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

31139 N JAMES MADISON HWY, New Canton, VA 23123

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvary Christian School may also want to explore other schools in the area. FORK UNION MILITARY ACADEMY (rated 7.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Fork Union), which scores notably higher. Another option is Buckingham Co Elementary (rated 7.9/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Dillwyn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Cumberland Elementary (rated 7.8/10, 15.3 miles away, in nearby Cumberland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Canton, see our New Canton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 19.5 mi
School Distance Rating
FORK UNION MILITARY ACADEMY Fork Union 5.0 mi 7.9
Central Elementary Palmyra 8.6 mi 4.6
Fluvanna Middle Palmyra 8.8 mi 6.4
Carysbrook Elementary Fork Union 8.6 mi 6.1
Fluvanna County High Palmyra 11.8 mi 4.9
Cumberland Middle Cumberland 14.9 mi 5.6
Cumberland High Cumberland 15.0 mi 6.6
Cumberland Elementary Cumberland 15.3 mi 7.8
BEAR CREEK ACADEMY Cumberland 15.5 mi
Buckingham Co Primary Dillwyn 13.9 mi 4.4
Buckingham Co Elementary Dillwyn 13.9 mi 7.9
EFFORT CHRISTIAN SCHOOL AND PRESCHOOL Palmyra 15.7 mi 4.9
Scottsville Elementary Scottsville 13.5 mi 4.8
ELK HILL HARAMBEE SCHOOL Goochland 12.7 mi
OAKLAND SCHOOL Troy 17.3 mi
Buckingham County Middle Buckingham 15.5 mi 2.6
Buckingham Co Prekindergarten Center Buckingham 15.4 mi 5.2
Buckingham County High Buckingham 15.5 mi 4.4
Byrd Elementary Goochland 14.4 mi 6.1
LAFAYETTE SCHOOL Troy 19.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23123 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,288

Median Home Value

$159,100

Median Rent

$950/mo

Population

1,934

College Educated

2.4%

Homeownership

60.8%

Poverty Rate

15.8%

Median Age

40.7

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MINNICK SCHOOL - WYTHEVILLE CAMPUS Wytheville, VA 6.2
MORRISON SCHOOL Bristol, VA 6.2
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvary Christian School

What grades does Calvary Christian School serve?

Calvary Christian School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Calvary Christian School?

Calvary Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 63 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at Calvary Christian School is 5.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Calvary Christian School rank in VA?

Calvary Christian School ranks #235 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Calvary Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvary Christian School 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 Calvary Christian School a private school?

Yes, Calvary Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Christian, no specific denomination affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Calvary Christian School a religious school?

Calvary Christian School has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
63
Gender Split
51% M / 49% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
5.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
12
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Christian, no specific denomination
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Distant Rural
County
Buckingham County

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