Below Average

#416 of 457 private schools in VA

Elijah House Academy

Elementary School

6627 JAHNKE RD B, Richmond, VA 23225

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

173

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Enrollment

173

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

4.7

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#416 of 457

In Richmond

#31 of 34

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About Elijah House Academy

Elijah House Academy is a private elementary school in Richmond, VA. Elijah House Academy serves approximately 173 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Elijah House Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #416 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.5 pts below VA schools

4.7

This school 4.7 · Below Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 173 students, Elijah House 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.

Elijah House 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 Elijah House Academy compares to 77 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

10.8:1

This School

16:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

173

This School

499

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.7

This School

4.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 86.7% vs 0%

White 5.8% vs 0%

Hispanic 2.9% vs 0%

Elijah House Academy Richmond Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Elijah House Academy (this school)	—	173	10.8:1	4.7
Lucille M. Brown Middle	0.4 mi	541	20.8:1	2.1
Miles Jones Elementary	0.8 mi	506	24.1:1	1.8
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary	0.8 mi	344	19.1:1	2.7
Crestwood Elementary	1.2 mi	600	14.3:1	4.9
Westover Hills Elementary	1.4 mi	365	15.2:1	3.4
G.H. Reid Elementary	2.0 mi	660	20:1	2.2
Southampton Elementary	2.1 mi	432	22.7:1	1.6
River City Middle	2.5 mi	1,177	22.6:1	2.8
Patrick Henry School Of Science And Arts	2.6 mi	328	18.2:1	8.0
Swansboro Elementary	2.9 mi	152	10.9:1	4.2
Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary	2.9 mi	232	19.3:1	5.7
Cardinal Elementary	2.9 mi	849	20.7:1	2.0
Amelia Street Special Education	3.0 mi	27	13.5:1	—
J.L. Francis Elementary	3.2 mi	509	15:1	4.5
Mary Munford Elementary	3.4 mi	471	22.4:1	7.5
Broad Rock Elementary	3.5 mi	581	15.7:1	3.3
Albert Hill Middle	3.7 mi	494	17:1	5.3
Dogwood Middle	3.8 mi	390	21.7:1	3.6
William Fox Elementary	3.8 mi	334	15.9:1	5.2
Thomas C. Boushall Middle	4.0 mi	617	19.3:1	2.9

Showing 20 of 77 schools. View all schools in Richmond

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

B- 4.7 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 10.8:1

Instructional Commitment

C- 1.9 / 10

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School Day Length 6 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,020

Diversity & Inclusion

C+ 4.2 / 10

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Diversity Index 24%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

A- 8.4 / 10

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Enrollment 173

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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 86.7%

White 5.8%

Two or More 4.6%

Hispanic 2.9%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

6627 JAHNKE RD B, Richmond, VA 23225

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Elijah House Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Bon Air Elementary (rated 6.0/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Bon Air), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary (rated 5.7/10, 2.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
Lucille M. Brown Middle Richmond	0.4 mi	541	2.1
Miles Jones Elementary Richmond	0.8 mi	506	1.8
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary Richmond	0.8 mi	344	2.7
Crestwood Elementary Richmond	1.2 mi	600	4.9
Westover Hills Elementary Richmond	1.4 mi	365	3.4
Huguenot High Richmond	1.6 mi	1,507	5.5
G.H. Reid Elementary Richmond	2.0 mi	660	2.2
Southampton Elementary Richmond	2.1 mi	432	1.6
COMMONWEALTH CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Richmond	2.2 mi	25	—
Richmond High School for the Arts Richmond	2.0 mi	1,292	3.1
River City Middle Richmond	2.5 mi	1,177	2.8
Chesterfield Virtual School Chesterfield	2.3 mi	570	3.7
A.M. Davis Elementary North Chesterfield	2.3 mi	737	4.0
Providence Middle North Chesterfield	2.4 mi	1,024	2.9
GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Richmond	2.1 mi	126	7.9
CARDINAL NEWMAN ACADEMY North Chesterfield	2.4 mi	13	—
RIVERSIDE SCHOOL North Chesterfield	2.4 mi	90	6.6
EPHESUS JUNIOR ACADEMY Richmond	2.5 mi	20	—
Bon Air Elementary Bon Air	2.6 mi	526	6.0
Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary Richmond	2.9 mi	232	5.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$60,865

Median Home Value

$292,800

Median Rent

$1,311/mo

Population

42,223

College Educated

41.1%

Homeownership

48.4%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

13.9%

Median Age

36.2

Similar Schools

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PROVIDENCE ACADEMY Leesburg, VA	239	4.7
Red Oak-Sturgeon Elementary Alberta, VA	184	4.8
ST MICHAEL'S ACADEMY Warrenton, VA	107	4.8
Scottsville Elementary Scottsville, VA	211	4.8
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CHRISTOPHER ACADEMY Portsmouth, VA	125	4.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Elijah House Academy

What grades does Elijah House Academy serve?

Elijah House Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Elijah House Academy?

Elijah House Academy has an enrollment of approximately 173 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Elijah House Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Elijah House Academy is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Elijah House Academy rank in VA?

Elijah House Academy ranks #416 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is Elijah House Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Elijah House Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Elijah House Academy a private school?

Yes, Elijah House 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 Elijah House Academy a religious school?

Elijah House Academy has a Christian, no specific denomination religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 38 Car-Dependent
Transit Score: 23 Minimal Transit
Bike Score: 37 Somewhat Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment: 173
Gender Split: 45% M / 55% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 16
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Christian, no specific denomination
School Day: 6 hours
Days Per Year: 170 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Richmond city
Phone: (804) 615-2301

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