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#136 of 457 private schools in VA

Top 30% of private schools

Christ the King Catholic School

Elementary School

3401 TIDEWATER DR, Norfolk, VA 23509

Private

Enrollment

188

Student-Teacher

8.7:1

Score

7.0

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#136 of 457

In Norfolk

#5 of 17

public schools

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Christ the King Catholic School

7.0/10

Elementary School in Norfolk · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Academy for Discovery at Lakewood

9.3/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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7.1/10

0.5 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About Christ the King Catholic School

Christ the King Catholic School is a private elementary school in Norfolk, VA. Christ the King Catholic School serves approximately 188 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 8.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Christ the King Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #136 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares0.8 pts above VA schools
  • This school 7.0 · Very Good
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 188 students, Christ the King Catholic 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 8.7:1 students to teachers, Christ the King Catholic School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Christ the King Catholic 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.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Christ the King Catholic School compares to 39 public schools serving similar grades in Norfolk, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
This School
vs
12.7:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
188
This School
vs
497
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
7.0
This School
vs
5.3
Public Avg

Student Demographics

White 60.1% vs 0%
Black 20.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 13.3% vs 0%
Asian 1.6% vs 0%
Christ the King Catholic School Norfolk Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School Rating
Christ the King Catholic School (this school) 7.0
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood 9.3
Willard Elementary 6.8
Lindenwood Elementary 6.0
Sherwood Forest Elementary 5.0
Norview Middle 4.4
Coleman Place Elementary 3.1
James Monroe Elementary 4.4
Norview Elementary 4.8
Suburban Park Elementary 5.6
Richard Bowling Elementary 4.7
Jacox Elementary 3.0
Ghent K-8 6.8
Tanners Creek Elementary 4.9
Blair Middle 4.8
Granby Elementary 4.4
P.B. Young Sr. Elementary 2.9
Larchmont Elementary 7.3
Ingleside Elementary 5.8
Ruffner School 3.1
Walter Herron Taylor Elementary 8.2

Showing 20 of 39 schools. View all schools in Norfolk

Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

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)
B 6.4 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 8.7:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B- 5.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 6.5 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,196
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
A- 8.1 / 10
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Diversity Index 56%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
A- 8.4 / 10
View breakdown
Enrollment 188
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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 60.1%
Black 20.2%
Hispanic 13.3%
Two or More 3.2%
Asian 1.6%
Native American 1.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3401 TIDEWATER DR, Norfolk, VA 23509

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Christ the King Catholic School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Willard Elementary (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Ghent K-8 (rated 6.8/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Lindenwood Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 1.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood Norfolk 0.1 mi 9.3
NORFOLK COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Norfolk 0.5 mi 7.1
Willard Elementary Norfolk 0.5 mi 6.8
Lindenwood Elementary Norfolk 1.0 mi 6.0
MCDONALD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk 1.1 mi 4.9
Norview Middle Norfolk 1.4 mi 4.4
Coleman Place Elementary Norfolk 1.4 mi 3.1
Suburban Park Elementary Norfolk 1.7 mi 5.6
NORFOLK CHRISTIAN SCHOOLS Norfolk 1.7 mi 6.2
Sherwood Forest Elementary Norfolk 1.4 mi 5.0
Jacox Elementary Norfolk 1.8 mi 3.0
Richard Bowling Elementary Norfolk 1.8 mi 4.7
Norview Elementary Norfolk 1.6 mi 4.8
James Monroe Elementary Norfolk 1.6 mi 4.4
Norview High Norfolk 1.8 mi 5.5
DOMINION ACADEMY Norfolk 1.6 mi 8.2
Booker T Washington High Norfolk 2.0 mi 5.7
Granby High Norfolk 1.9 mi 6.4
Ghent K-8 Norfolk 1.8 mi 6.8
NORFOLK COLLEGIATE SCHOOL Norfolk 2.1 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23509 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$70,715

Median Home Value

$238,500

Median Rent

$1,259/mo

Population

12,912

College Educated

28.7%

Homeownership

61.9%

Avg Commute

23.7 min

Poverty Rate

16.9%

Median Age

39.4

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Hamilton Elementary Hamilton, VA 7.0
ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC SCHOOL Richmond, VA 6.9
ANGELUS ACADEMY Springfield, VA 7.1
Clays Mill Elementary Scottsburg, VA 6.9
Fairfield Elementary Fairfield, VA 7.1
MERRITT ACADEMY Fairfax, VA 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Christ the King Catholic School

What grades does Christ the King Catholic School serve?

Christ the King Catholic School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Christ the King Catholic School?

Christ the King Catholic School has an enrollment of approximately 188 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Christ the King Catholic School?

The student-teacher ratio at Christ the King Catholic School is 8.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Christ the King Catholic School rank in VA?

Christ the King Catholic School ranks #136 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Christ the King Catholic School's MySchoolScout rating?

Christ the King Catholic School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Christ the King Catholic School a private school?

Yes, Christ the King Catholic School is a private coeducational school with a Roman Catholic affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Christ the King Catholic School a religious school?

Christ the King Catholic School has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
47 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
42 Some Transit
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
188
Gender Split
59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Roman Catholic
School Day
6.5 hours
Days Per Year
184 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Norfolk city

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