Excellent
#10 of 457 private schools in VA
Top 2% of private schools
Chesapeake Bay Academy
School
821 BAKER RD, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
1st – 12th
Enrollment
104
Student-Teacher
5.4:1
Score
8.5
Grades
1st – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#10 of 457
In Virginia Beach
#1 of 17
public schools
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About Chesapeake Bay Academy
Chesapeake Bay Academy is a private school in Virginia Beach, VA. Chesapeake Bay Academy serves approximately 104 students, and covers grades 1st-12th, and has a 5.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Chesapeake Bay Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 104 students, Chesapeake Bay 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 5.4:1 students to teachers, Chesapeake Bay Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Chesapeake Bay 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 Chesapeake Bay Academy compares to 82 public schools serving similar grades in Virginia Beach, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Other Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Chesapeake Bay Academy (this school) | 8.5 |
| Williams Elementary | 5.0 |
| Bayside Middle | 7.4 |
| Newtown Elementary | 4.1 |
| Diamond Springs Elementary | 7.3 |
| Bayside High | 6.9 |
| Point O' View Elementary | 4.0 |
| Bayside Elementary | 5.4 |
| Luxford Elementary | 6.8 |
| Arrowhead Elementary | 7.7 |
| Bayside 6th Grade Campus | 3.6 |
| Pembroke Elementary | 6.7 |
| Old Donation School | 8.9 |
| Shelton Park Elementary | 8.5 |
| Pembroke Meadows Elementary | 8.7 |
| Thoroughgood Elementary | 7.6 |
| Hermitage Elementary | 5.8 |
| Kempsville Elementary | 8.4 |
| Princess Anne High | 8.9 |
| Independence Middle | 5.9 |
| Kempsville High | 7.4 |
Showing 20 of 82 schools. View all schools in Virginia Beach
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
821 BAKER RD, Virginia Beach, VA 23462
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chesapeake Bay Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. RIVERMONT SCHOOL - TIDEWATER (rated 6.5/10, 2.0 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.4/10, 1.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, NORFOLK ACADEMY (rated 5.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Norfolk), a more accessible option. For more schools in Virginia Beach, see our Virginia Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ENOCH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 0.3 mi | — |
| NORFOLK ACADEMY Norfolk | 0.8 mi | 5.9 |
| Easton Preschool at Fairlawn Norfolk | 0.9 mi | 4.4 |
| KEMPSVILLE CENTER FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Norfolk | 1.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Lake Taylor High Norfolk | 0.9 mi | 5.3 |
| Williams Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.0 mi | 5.0 |
| Lake Taylor Norfolk | 1.1 mi | 5.6 |
| GATEWAY CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Virginia Beach | 1.3 mi | 6.4 |
| Newtown Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.3 mi | 4.1 |
| Bayside Middle Virginia Beach | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| TOWN & COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Norfolk | 1.4 mi | — |
| ST GREGORY THE GREAT SCHOOL Virginia Beach | 1.5 mi | 6.8 |
| Diamond Springs Elementary Virginia Beach | 1.5 mi | 7.3 |
| Bayside Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.0 mi | 5.4 |
| Point O' View Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.0 mi | 4.0 |
| Bayside High Virginia Beach | 1.7 mi | 6.9 |
| RIVERMONT SCHOOL - TIDEWATER Virginia Beach | 2.0 mi | 6.5 |
| Arrowhead Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.4 mi | 7.7 |
| ST PETERS EPISCOPAL DAY SCHOOL Norfolk | 2.5 mi | — |
| Luxford Elementary Virginia Beach | 2.2 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23462 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,680
Median Home Value
$269,400
Median Rent
$1,652/mo
Population
67,066
College Educated
30.8%
Homeownership
52.8%
Avg Commute
22.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
34.4
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| AL MADINA SCHOOL OF RICHMOND Midlothian, VA | 8.6 |
| AL-QALAM ACADEMY Springfield, VA | 8.4 |
| AL-QALAM ACADEMY Springfield, VA | 8.3 |
| ALTERNATIVE PATHS TRAINING SCHOOL - ALEXANDRIA Alexandria, VA | 8.8 |
| NORTHSTAR ACADEMY Henrico, VA | 8.2 |
| MOUNTAIN MISSION SCHOOL Grundy, VA | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chesapeake Bay Academy
What grades does Chesapeake Bay Academy serve?
Chesapeake Bay Academy serves students in grades 1st through 12th.
How many students attend Chesapeake Bay Academy?
Chesapeake Bay Academy has an enrollment of approximately 104 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chesapeake Bay Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Chesapeake Bay Academy is 5.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Chesapeake Bay Academy rank in VA?
Chesapeake Bay Academy ranks #10 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Chesapeake Bay Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Chesapeake Bay Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Chesapeake Bay Academy a private school?
Yes, Chesapeake Bay 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 Bay Academy a religious school?
No, Chesapeake Bay Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 12th
- Enrollment
- 104
- Gender Split
- 63% M / 37% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 7 hours
- Days Per Year
- 197 days
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Virginia Beach city
- Phone
- (757) 497-6200
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