Below Average

#423 of 457 private schools in VA

First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School

Elementary School

450 E BUTE ST, Norfolk, VA 23510

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

4.6

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

Virginia private schools

#423 of 457

In Norfolk

#16 of 17

public schools

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About First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School

First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School is a private elementary school in Norfolk, VA. First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School serves approximately 81 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #423 of 457 private schools in VA.

How it compares1.6 pts below VA schools

4.6

This school 4.6 · Below Average
VA avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 81 students, First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School 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.

First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School 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 First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School compares to 35 public schools serving similar grades in Norfolk, VA

Student-Teacher Ratio

11.6:1

This School

12.6:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

445

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

4.6

This School

5.4

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 97.5% vs 0%

White 1.2% vs 0%

Hispanic 1.2% vs 0%

First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School Norfolk Public Avg

Nearby Elementary Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School (this school)	—	81	11.6:1	4.6
P.B. Young Sr. Elementary	0.2 mi	217	9:1	2.9
Ruffner School	0.6 mi	540	10.4:1	3.1
Ghent K-8	0.8 mi	501	12.5:1	6.8
Jacox Elementary	1.1 mi	567	12.9:1	3.0
Lindenwood Elementary	1.4 mi	242	10.1:1	6.0
St. Helena Elementary	1.5 mi	230	11.5:1	3.3
Richard Bowling Elementary	1.5 mi	462	12.8:1	4.7
Walter Herron Taylor Elementary	1.6 mi	343	14.3:1	8.2
James Monroe Elementary	1.6 mi	262	9:1	4.4
Chesterfield Elementary	1.9 mi	302	10.4:1	2.9
Berkley/Campostella Early Childhood Education Center	2.0 mi	172	13.2:1	4.6
Southside STEM Academy at Campostella	2.0 mi	701	11.7:1	5.7
Academy for Discovery at Lakewood	2.4 mi	730	14.6:1	9.3
Ingleside Elementary	2.5 mi	558	13.9:1	5.8
Willard Elementary	2.6 mi	449	10.2:1	6.8
Coleman Place Elementary	2.6 mi	560	13:1	3.1
Larchmont Elementary	2.8 mi	490	15.3:1	7.3
Sherwood Forest Elementary	3.0 mi	439	13.7:1	5.0
Suburban Park Elementary	3.8 mi	447	14:1	5.6
Granby Elementary	3.8 mi	486	11.3:1	4.4

Showing 20 of 35 schools. View all schools in Norfolk

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

C+ 4.3 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 11.6:1

Instructional Commitment

B+ 7.2 / 10

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School Day Length 7 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,260

Diversity & Inclusion

C- 2.1 / 10

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Diversity Index 5%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B 5.8 / 10

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Enrollment 81

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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 97.5%

White 1.2%

Hispanic 1.2%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

450 E BUTE ST, Norfolk, VA 23510

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ghent K-8 (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Norfolk, see our Norfolk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
P.B. Young Sr. Elementary Norfolk	0.2 mi	217	2.9
Ruffner School Norfolk	0.6 mi	540	3.1
GHENT MONTESSORI SCHOOL Norfolk	0.6 mi	67	6.9
THE HAGUE SCHOOL Norfolk	0.6 mi	32	6.8
Ghent K-8 Norfolk	0.8 mi	501	6.8
FIRST PRESBYTERIAN PRESCHOOL Norfolk	0.8 mi	15	—
ROADSTEAD MONTESORRI HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk	0.8 mi	15	—
YESHIVA AISH KODOSH TALMUDICAL ACADEMY Norfolk	0.8 mi	19	—
Matthew Fontaine Maury High Norfolk	1.0 mi	1,736	6.7
THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL Norfolk	0.8 mi	162	8.0
PARK PLACE SCHOOL Norfolk	1.0 mi	69	4.5
BINA HIGH SCHOOL Norfolk	1.1 mi	4	—
Booker T Washington High Norfolk	1.0 mi	955	5.7
Jacox Elementary Norfolk	1.1 mi	567	3.0
DOMINION ACADEMY Norfolk	1.3 mi	37	8.2
Blair Middle Norfolk	1.3 mi	1,072	4.8
Lindenwood Elementary Norfolk	1.4 mi	242	6.0
St. Helena Elementary Norfolk	1.5 mi	230	3.3
COURT STREET ACADEMY Portsmouth	1.5 mi	13	—
WEST GHENT SCHOOL Norfolk	1.5 mi	15	—

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 23510 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$75,621

Median Home Value

$349,700

Median Rent

$1,574/mo

Population

9,240

College Educated

52.2%

Homeownership

20%

Avg Commute

22.8 min

Poverty Rate

20.4%

Median Age

32.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School

What grades does First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School serve?

First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School?

First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School has an enrollment of approximately 81 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School?

The student-teacher ratio at First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School rank in VA?

First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School ranks #423 of 457 private schools in VA.

What is First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School's MySchoolScout rating?

First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School a private school?

Yes, First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School is a private coeducational school with a Baptist affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School a religious school?

First Baptist Ready Academy Christian School has a Baptist religious affiliation.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 81 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 78 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 52 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment: 81
Gender Split: 48% M / 52% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 11.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 7
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Baptist
School Day: 7 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Midsize City
County: Norfolk city
Phone: (757) 622-5650

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