Average
#325 of 457 private schools in VA
Church Hill Academy
High School
2010 CARLISLE AVE, Richmond, VA 23231
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
50
Student-Teacher
6.4:1
Score
5.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Virginia private schools
#325 of 457
In Richmond
#25 of 34
public schools
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Church Hill Academy
High School in Richmond · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Church Hill Academy
Church Hill Academy is a private high school in Richmond, VA. Church Hill Academy serves approximately 50 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 6.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Church Hill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 457 private schools in VA.
- This school 5.7 · Average
- VA avg 6.9
What Parents Should Know
At 50 students, Church Hill 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 6.4:1 students to teachers, Church Hill Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Church Hill 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 Church Hill Academy compares to 18 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, VA
Student Demographics
Nearby High Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Church Hill Academy (this school) | 5.7 |
| Franklin Military Academy | 9.1 |
| Armstrong High | 5.8 |
| Varina High | 6.0 |
| Richmond Alternative | 5.9 |
| Open High | 9.7 |
| Richmond Community High | 9.2 |
| Amelia Street Special Education | — |
| Richmond High School for the Arts | 3.1 |
| John Marshall High | 6.9 |
| Richmond Career Education and Employment Charter School | 5.0 |
| Henrico High | 6.4 |
| Thomas Jefferson High | 8.4 |
| Huguenot High | 5.5 |
| Hermitage High | 4.7 |
| Douglas S. Freeman High | 6.0 |
| John Randolph Tucker High | 6.2 |
| Monacan High | 6.3 |
| Mills E. Godwin High | 6.9 |
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
2010 CARLISLE AVE, Richmond, VA 23231
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Church Hill Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Franklin Military Academy (rated 9.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Varina High (rated 6.0/10, 3.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Armstrong High (rated 5.8/10, 2.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Montrose Elementary Richmond | 0.8 mi | 3.8 |
| Franklin Military Academy Richmond | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| Chimborazo Elementary Richmond | 1.5 mi | 3.7 |
| Henry Marsh III Elementary Richmond | 1.6 mi | 3.5 |
| ANNA JULIA COOPER SCHOOL Richmond | 1.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Woodville Elementary Richmond | 2.0 mi | 2.0 |
| Jacob L. Adams Elementary Richmond | 1.8 mi | 3.0 |
| Fairfield Court Elementary Richmond | 2.2 mi | 2.8 |
| Bellevue Elementary Richmond | 1.9 mi | 3.1 |
| CENTRAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL OF VIRGINIA Richmond | 2.1 mi | 7.3 |
| Armstrong High Richmond | 2.4 mi | 5.8 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Middle Richmond | 2.3 mi | 2.5 |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Early Learning Center Richmond | 2.3 mi | 5.0 |
| Fairfield Middle Richmond | 2.5 mi | 3.2 |
| George F. Baker Elementary Richmond | 2.8 mi | 2.3 |
| John Rolfe Middle Richmond | 3.1 mi | 2.5 |
| Varina High Richmond | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
| Harold Macon Ratcliffe Elementary Richmond | 3.4 mi | 2.3 |
| Blackwell Elementary Richmond | 2.9 mi | 2.4 |
| Harvie Elementary Richmond | 3.7 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 23231 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,245
Median Home Value
$270,400
Median Rent
$1,272/mo
Population
37,949
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
67.7%
Avg Commute
26.1 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
42.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| SPRINGHOUSE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Pilot, VA | 5.8 |
| SPRINGHOUSE COMMUNITY SCHOOL Pilot, VA | 5.6 |
| KEMPSVILLE CENTER FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH Norfolk, VA | 5.4 |
| FUSION ACADEMY TY: TYSONS Vienna, VA | 6.2 |
| LYNNHAVEN SCHOOL Henrico, VA | 6.2 |
| THE GW COMMUNITY SCHOOL Springfield, VA | 6.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Church Hill Academy
What grades does Church Hill Academy serve?
Church Hill Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Church Hill Academy?
Church Hill Academy has an enrollment of approximately 50 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Church Hill Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Church Hill Academy is 6.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Church Hill Academy rank in VA?
Church Hill Academy ranks #325 of 457 private schools in VA.
What is Church Hill Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Church Hill Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Church Hill Academy a private school?
Yes, Church Hill Academy 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 Church Hill Academy a religious school?
Church Hill Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 50
- Gender Split
- 64% M / 36% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 6.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 8
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Christian, no specific denomination
- School Day
- 6.8 hours
- Days Per Year
- 180 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Richmond city
- Phone
- (804) 222-8760
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