Below Average
#429 of 457 private schools in VA
Christopher Academy
Elementary School
3300 CEDAR LN, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
125
Student-Teacher
17.9:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#429 of 457
In Portsmouth
#8 of 8
public schools
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Christopher Academy
Elementary School in Portsmouth · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Christopher Academy
Christopher Academy is a private elementary school in Portsmouth, VA. Christopher Academy serves approximately 125 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 17.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Christopher Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #429 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- VA avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 125 students, Christopher 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.
Christopher 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 Christopher Academy compares to 16 public schools serving similar grades in Portsmouth, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby Elementary Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Christopher Academy (this school) | 4.5 |
| Churchland Elementary | 5.7 |
| Churchland Preschool Center | 4.6 |
| Churchland Academy Elementary | 4.3 |
| Olive Branch Preschool Center | 2.5 |
| Waterview Elementary | 1.7 |
| Simonsdale Elementary | 4.1 |
| Westhaven Elementary | 2.7 |
| Churchland Primary & Intermediate | 4.3 |
| Mount Hermon Preschool Center | 4.4 |
| Hodges Manor Elementary | 2.4 |
| Douglass Park Elementary | 2.2 |
| Park View Elementary | 4.0 |
| Lakeview Elementary | 3.4 |
| Victory Elementary | 3.3 |
| Brighton Elementary | 3.5 |
| Cradock Elementary | 2.1 |
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
3300 CEDAR LN, Portsmouth, VA 23703
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Christopher Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Western Branch Intermediate (rated 7.2/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores notably higher. Another option is TORAS CHAIM (rated 6.1/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Western Branch Primary (rated 5.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Chesapeake), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Portsmouth, see our Portsmouth schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Churchland Elementary Portsmouth | 0.3 mi | 5.7 |
| TORAS CHAIM Portsmouth | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| SWEETHAVEN CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Portsmouth | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
| Western Branch Intermediate Chesapeake | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| Western Branch Middle Chesapeake | 1.3 mi | 7.0 |
| Western Branch Primary Chesapeake | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| Churchland Middle Portsmouth | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| Churchland Preschool Center Portsmouth | 1.8 mi | 4.6 |
| Churchland Academy Elementary Portsmouth | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Churchland High Portsmouth | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Western Branch High Chesapeake | 1.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Olive Branch Preschool Center Portsmouth | 2.0 mi | 2.5 |
| Simonsdale Elementary Portsmouth | 2.1 mi | 4.1 |
| ALDERSGATE NEW CREATION UMC KINDER PREP Chesapeake | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| Waterview Elementary Portsmouth | 2.1 mi | 1.7 |
| Churchland Primary & Intermediate Portsmouth | 2.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Westhaven Elementary Portsmouth | 2.5 mi | 2.7 |
| Hodges Manor Elementary Portsmouth | 2.8 mi | 2.4 |
| Manor High Portsmouth | 2.9 mi | 5.4 |
| Mount Hermon Preschool Center Portsmouth | 2.6 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,804
Median Home Value
$273,700
Median Rent
$1,377/mo
Population
26,364
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
70.3%
Avg Commute
22.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.8%
Median Age
37.3
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Christopher Academy
What grades does Christopher Academy serve?
Christopher Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Christopher Academy?
Christopher Academy has an enrollment of approximately 125 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Christopher Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Christopher Academy is 17.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Christopher Academy rank in VA?
Christopher Academy ranks #429 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Christopher Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Christopher Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Christopher Academy a private school?
Yes, Christopher 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 Christopher Academy a religious school?
No, Christopher Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 125
- Gender Split
- 50% M / 50% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 7
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Nonsectarian
- School Day
- 6.5 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Portsmouth city
- Phone
- (757) 484-6776
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