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Ephesus Junior Academy

Middle School

3700 MIDLOTHIAN TPKE, Richmond, VA 23224

Private

Enrollment

20

Student-Teacher

10:1

Grades

1st – 8th

Data vintage2021-22

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Middle School in Richmond · grades 1st – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Swansboro Elementary

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About Ephesus Junior Academy

Ephesus Junior Academy is a private middle school in Richmond, VA. Ephesus Junior Academy serves approximately 20 students, and covers grades 1st-8th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. MySchoolScout does not publish a rating for this profile because there is not enough verified data to rate it fairly.

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What Parents Should Know

At 20 students, Ephesus Junior 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.

Ephesus Junior 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 Ephesus Junior Academy compares to 77 public schools serving similar grades in Richmond, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
This School
vs
16:1
Public Avg
Avg School Size
20
This School
vs
499
Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 95% vs 0%
Hispanic 5% vs 0%
Ephesus Junior Academy Richmond Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School Rating
Ephesus Junior Academy (this school)
Swansboro Elementary 4.2
Patrick Henry School Of Science And Arts 8.0
Westover Hills Elementary 3.4
Cardinal Elementary 2.0
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary 2.7
Blackwell Elementary 2.4
Oak Grove/Bellemeade Elementary 2.1
Amelia Street Special Education
Miles Jones Elementary 1.8
Lucille M. Brown Middle 2.1
Broad Rock Elementary 3.3
G.H. Reid Elementary 2.2
J.L. Francis Elementary 4.5
Thomas C. Boushall Middle 2.9
Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary 5.7
River City Middle 2.8
Dogwood Middle 3.6
William Fox Elementary 5.2
Bellevue Elementary 3.1
Richmond Alternative 5.9

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

School Profile

Limited Data
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
20 students
Type
Private · Seventh-day Adventist
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Address
3700 MIDLOTHIAN TPKE, Richmond, VA 23224
Phone
(804) 233-4582
Data Year
SY 2021-22
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Test Scores

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Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 95.0%
Hispanic 5.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

3700 MIDLOTHIAN TPKE, Richmond, VA 23224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ephesus Junior Academy may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Dogwood Middle (rated 3.6/10, 2.8 miles away). Additionally, Thomas C. Boushall Middle (rated 2.9/10, 2.6 miles away). For more schools in Richmond, see our Richmond schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Swansboro Elementary Richmond 0.4 mi 4.2
Patrick Henry School Of Science And Arts Richmond 0.5 mi 8.0
Richmond High School for the Arts Richmond 0.5 mi 3.1
GOOD SHEPHERD EPISCOPAL SCHOOL Richmond 0.7 mi 7.9
Cardinal Elementary Richmond 1.4 mi 2.0
Westover Hills Elementary Richmond 1.3 mi 3.4
Maymont Pre-K Center Richmond 2.0 mi 6.7
Amelia Street Special Education Richmond 2.0 mi
Elizabeth D. Redd Elementary Richmond 1.6 mi 2.7
Blackwell Elementary Richmond 1.7 mi 2.4
Broad Rock Elementary Richmond 2.3 mi 3.3
Oak Grove/Bellemeade Elementary Richmond 2.0 mi 2.1
Open High Richmond 2.3 mi 9.7
J.L. Francis Elementary Richmond 2.4 mi 4.5
Thomas C. Boushall Middle Richmond 2.6 mi 2.9
ST ANDREW'S SCHOOL Richmond 2.5 mi 6.8
Lois Harrison-Jones Elementary Richmond 2.7 mi 5.7
Miles Jones Elementary Richmond 2.2 mi 1.8
G.H. Reid Elementary Richmond 2.4 mi 2.2
Dogwood Middle Richmond 2.8 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$49,263

Median Home Value

$189,200

Median Rent

$1,268/mo

Population

39,010

College Educated

19.1%

Homeownership

34.6%

Avg Commute

26.1 min

Poverty Rate

25.4%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ephesus Junior Academy

What grades does Ephesus Junior Academy serve?

Ephesus Junior Academy serves students in grades 1st through 8th.

How many students attend Ephesus Junior Academy?

Ephesus Junior Academy has an enrollment of approximately 20 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ephesus Junior Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Ephesus Junior Academy is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

Is Ephesus Junior Academy a private school?

Yes, Ephesus Junior Academy is a private coeducational school with a Seventh-day Adventist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Ephesus Junior Academy a religious school?

Ephesus Junior Academy has a Seventh-day Adventist religious affiliation.

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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
20
Gender Split
40% M / 60% F
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
Teachers (FTE)
2
Type
private
Coed Status
coed
Affiliation
Seventh-day Adventist
School Day
7 hours
Days Per Year
180 days
Setting
Midsize City
County
Richmond city

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