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#277 of 457 private schools in VA

East End Academy

School

804 CITY CENTER BLVD, Newport News, VA 23606

Private

Enrollment

38

Student-Teacher

7.6:1

Score

6.0

Grades

2nd – 12th

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#277 of 457

In Newport News

#7 of 9

public schools

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East End Academy

6.0/10

School in Newport News · grades 2nd – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About East End Academy

East End Academy is a private school in Newport News, VA. East End Academy serves approximately 38 students, and covers grades 2nd-12th, and has a 7.6:1 student-teacher ratio. East End Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #277 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it comparesOn par with VA schools
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 38 students, East End 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 7.6:1 students to teachers, East End Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

East End 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

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How East End Academy compares to 36 public schools serving similar grades in Newport News, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
This School
vs
16.1:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
38
This School
vs
688
Public Avg
Avg School Scout Rating
6.0
This School
vs
4.5
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 78.9% vs 0%
White 13.2% vs 0%
Hispanic 5.3% vs 0%
Asian 2.6% vs 0%
East End Academy Newport News Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School Rating
East End Academy (this school) 6.0
Joseph H. Saunders Elementary 2.2
L.F. Palmer Elementary 4.3
Deer Park Elementary 7.4
Richard T. Yates Elementary 5.7
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle 4.6
Kiln Creek Elementary 4.2
Hidenwood Elementary 4.1
Warwick High 6.8
Willis A. Jenkins Elementary 4.8
Riverside Elementary 2.3
Menchville High 6.5
Homer L. Hines Middle 3.5
B.C. Charles Elementary 5.0
Sedgefield Elementary 4.7
T. Ryland Sanford Elementary 5.2
Hilton Elementary 5.9
Carver Elementary 3.5
Denbigh High 5.8
Crittenden Middle 4.3
George J. McIntosh Elementary 2.5

Showing 20 of 36 schools. View all schools in Newport News

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+ 7.2 / 10
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Student-Teacher Ratio 7.6:1
Instructional Commitment
? Total annual instructional hours based on school day length and days per year. (15% of overall score)
B+ 7.2 / 10
View breakdown
School Day Length 7 hours
Annual Instructional Hours 1,260
Diversity & Inclusion
? Racial and ethnic diversity of the student body using Simpson's diversity index. (20% of overall score)
B 5.7 / 10
View breakdown
Diversity Index 36%
Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile
? Enrollment size and grade span breadth — indicators of program depth and peer community. (15% of overall score)
C 2.8 / 10
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Enrollment 38
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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)

Black 78.9%
White 13.2%
Hispanic 5.3%
Asian 2.6%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

804 CITY CENTER BLVD, Newport News, VA 23606

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East End Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 7.1/10, 1.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is DENBIGH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY (rated 6.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Yorktown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Newport News, see our Newport News schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HAMPTON ROADS INTERNATIONAL MONTESSORI SCHOOL Newport News 0.7 mi 5.7
HAMPTON ROADS ACADEMY Newport News 1.0 mi 5.9
Joseph H. Saunders Elementary Newport News 1.1 mi 2.2
Deer Park Elementary Newport News 1.4 mi 7.4
Watkins Early Childhood Center Newport News 1.4 mi 4.2
L.F. Palmer Elementary Newport News 1.4 mi 4.3
PENINSULA CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL Newport News 1.9 mi 7.9
Richard T. Yates Elementary Newport News 1.8 mi 5.7
Kiln Creek Elementary Newport News 2.2 mi 4.2
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newport News 1.9 mi 7.1
Coventry Elementary Yorktown 2.0 mi 7.0
Ethel M. Gildersleeve Middle Newport News 2.1 mi 4.6
Tabb Middle Yorktown 2.5 mi 9.1
OUR LADY OF MOUNT CARMEL Newport News 2.8 mi 6.2
Warwick High Newport News 2.8 mi 6.8
DENBIGH BAPTIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Newport News 2.3 mi 6.8
Mount Vernon Elementary Yorktown 2.9 mi 7.7
Tabb Elementary Yorktown 2.6 mi 8.0
Riverside Elementary Newport News 3.0 mi 2.3
SUMMIT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Yorktown 2.8 mi 6.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23606 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,921

Median Home Value

$296,900

Median Rent

$1,327/mo

Population

29,899

College Educated

38.5%

Homeownership

47.1%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.3%

Median Age

32.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East End Academy

What grades does East End Academy serve?

East End Academy serves students in grades 2nd through 12th.

How many students attend East End Academy?

East End Academy has an enrollment of approximately 38 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East End Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at East End Academy is 7.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does East End Academy rank in VA?

East End Academy ranks #277 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is East End Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

East End Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is East End Academy a private school?

Yes, East End 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 East End Academy a religious school?

No, East End Academy is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
2nd – 12th
Enrollment
38
Gender Split
76% M / 24% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
7.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
5
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Nonsectarian
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Newport News city

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