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#206 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 45% of private schools
Chesapeake Academy
Elementary School
107 STEAMBOAT RD, Irvington, VA 22480
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
131
Student-Teacher
8:1
Score
6.4
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#206 of 457
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Chesapeake Academy
Elementary School in Irvington · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Chesapeake Academy
Chesapeake Academy is a private elementary school in Irvington, VA. Chesapeake Academy serves approximately 131 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8:1 student-teacher ratio. Chesapeake Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #206 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 6.4 · Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 131 students, Chesapeake 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 8:1 students to teachers, Chesapeake Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Chesapeake 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.
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
107 STEAMBOAT RD, Irvington, VA 22480
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chesapeake Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mathews Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Mathews), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bethel Elementary (rated 8.5/10, 20.0 miles away, in nearby Gloucester), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Botetourt Elementary (rated 8.3/10, 17.9 miles away, in nearby Gloucester), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Irvington, see our Irvington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 20.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Lancaster Elementary School Kilmarnock | 4.2 mi | 3.6 |
| Lancaster Early Childhood Education Center Kilmarnock | 4.3 mi | — |
| St. Clare Walker Middle Locust Hill | 6.4 mi | 5.3 |
| Middlesex Elementary Locust Hill | 6.7 mi | 4.6 |
| Lancaster High Lancaster | 7.8 mi | 6.3 |
| CHRISTCHURCH SCHOOL Christchurch | 7.9 mi | 7.5 |
| Middlesex High Saluda | 10.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Mathews High Mathews | 15.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Thomas Hunter Middle Mathews | 16.2 mi | 6.5 |
| Mathews Elementary Mathews | 16.2 mi | 8.5 |
| WARE ACADEMY Gloucester | 16.8 mi | 7.4 |
| Northumberland Elementary Heathsville | 17.2 mi | 8.2 |
| Northumberland High Heathsville | 17.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Northumberland Middle Heathsville | 17.6 mi | 7.0 |
| GLOUCESTER MONTESSORI SCHOOL Gloucester | 17.7 mi | — |
| Botetourt Elementary Gloucester | 17.9 mi | 8.3 |
| Petsworth Elementary Gloucester | 17.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Gloucester High Gloucester | 20.0 mi | 7.4 |
| Peasley Middle Gloucester | 19.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Bethel Elementary Gloucester | 20.0 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 22480 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$86,563
Median Home Value
$382,400
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
875
College Educated
71.7%
Homeownership
59.1%
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
74.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| NORTH BRANCH SCHOOL Afton, VA | 6.4 |
| ST JOHN NEUMANN ACADEMY Blacksburg, VA | 6.4 |
| Meadville Elementary Nathalie, VA | 6.5 |
| EPIPHANY CATHOLIC SCHOOL Culpeper, VA | 6.3 |
| Henry Elementary Henry, VA | 6.3 |
| CHARLOTTESVILLE DAY SCHOOL Charlottesville, VA | 6.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chesapeake Academy
What grades does Chesapeake Academy serve?
Chesapeake Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Chesapeake Academy?
Chesapeake Academy has an enrollment of approximately 131 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chesapeake Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Chesapeake Academy is 8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chesapeake Academy rank in VA?
Chesapeake Academy ranks #206 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Chesapeake Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Chesapeake Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chesapeake Academy a private school?
Yes, Chesapeake 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 Chesapeake Academy a religious school?
No, Chesapeake Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 131
- Gender Split
- 53% M / 47% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 16
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 172 days
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Lancaster County
- Phone
- (804) 438-5575
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